Home Health LPN

BEACON HOME HEALTH•Kingsport, TN

27d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role follows and implements the RN-initiated plan of care, provides treatments, documents care accurately and promptly, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes. The LPN/LVN works with patients, families, and caregivers and helps coordinate home health services. The position is based in Kingsport, Tennessee, with Beacon Home Health.

Requirements

Current LPN/LVN licensure in the state of practice.
At least three years of nursing experience in health care.
Current CPR certification.
Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating and working as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Able to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting over 30 pounds and standing, walking, sitting, using hands, reaching, balancing, seeing, talking, hearing, and driving.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and initiate the plan of care and take responsibility for ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of individualized care plans in partnership with patients, families, and caregivers.
Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state’s Nurse Practice Act.
Implement the plan of care initiated by the Registered Nurse.
Document care accurately and promptly in accordance with the plan of care.
Collect assessment data and make observations, reporting and collaborating with Registered Nurses and physicians.
Participate in coordinating home health services and report identified needs for other disciplines to the Registered Nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participate in personal and professional growth and development.
Perform other duties assigned by the Registered Nurse, as well as other appropriate services and special projects.
Support and promote compliance with the Code of Conduct, protect privacy and agency assets, act ethically, report non-compliance, and follow applicable laws, regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and company policies and procedures.