Home Health LPN - ProHealth Home Health and Hospice (Columbus, GA)

ProHealth Home Health & Hospice • Columbus, GA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

A qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. Care is provided in accordance with physician orders and the plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, and in accordance with Agency policies. The position works indoors in Agency offices and patient homes and involves travel to and from patient homes. The role is supervised by the Director of Clinical Services, Nursing Supervisor, or Registered Nurses.

Requirements

• Graduate of a state-approved school of practical or vocational nursing.
• Currently licensed in the state or states in which practicing.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Acceptance of the Agency’s philosophy and goals.
• Ability to participate in physical activity; work for extended periods while standing and engaging in physical activity; lift heavy items; and perform extensive bending, lifting, and standing regularly.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Implement each patient’s nursing care plan.
• Provide assigned nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures.
• Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and Registered Nurse reactions to treatments, including drugs, and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
• Teach and counsel patients and family members or significant others about nursing care needs and related problems at home.
• Evaluate, with Registered Nurses, the effectiveness of nursing services provided to patients and families under Registered Nurse guidance.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of patient observations, treatments, and care.
• Participate in medical record audits as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings, patient care conferences, and in-services as scheduled.
• Take on-call duty, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
• Submit schedule changes daily to the Director of Clinical Services or Nursing Supervisor.
• Participate in patient care conferences to discuss whether other health team members, such as a physical therapist or speech-language pathologist, should be involved.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures.
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments.
• Observe aseptic technique as required.
• Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed