Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Home Health
About The Position
The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The role includes coordinating with the RN and physician, supporting patients and caregivers with self-care, monitoring patients, administering ordered procedures, and documenting care accurately and promptly. The position has a combination of per-visit-point compensation for visits and hourly compensation for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs, and weekly visit volumes vary according to productivity targets and the points assigned to completed visits. The stated annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity.
Requirements
- Current LPN license specific to the state or states assigned for work.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Responsibilities
- Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit.
- Collaborate frequently with the physician and RN to ensure patient needs are met, and notify them as soon as possible when a patient's condition changes.
- Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
- Check vital signs.
- Review medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
- Perform specialized procedures ordered by a physician, such as changing a Foley catheter.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
