Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health, F/T, FTE 1

Amberwell Health Atchison•Atchison, KS

About The Position

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Amberwell Health at Home and Hospice is responsible for the care of both home health and hospice patients. The LPN will be knowledgeable in assessing home health and hospice patients and will be able to recognize complications and provide the appropriate care and implement necessary interventions under the supervision of an RN. The LPN will have well-rounded analytical knowledge, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and knowledge of best practices in home health and hospice nursing. The LPN will have outstanding interpersonal, communication and collaboration abilities. The LPN for this position will “make a difference” in customer and employee experience and is committed to patient satisfaction and quality care. The LPN will follow Amberwell Health Standards of Performance and Cultural Priorities. The LPN will value the importance of being a positive team member and provide input for problem solving issues. ABOUT AMBERWELL HEALTH: Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services. AMBERWELL CULTURE: Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with “wow” experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected. At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities. To learn more about Amberwell Health, our affiliated organizations, and available career opportunities, visit careers.amberwellhealth.org.

Requirements

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year home health or hospice specific care.
Required Education: Licensed Practical Nurse
Minimum Required Licenses: Kansas Practical Nursing License
Minimum Required: BLS

Nice To Haves

Preferred Experience: 2+ years home health or hospice specific care.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a register nurse (RN, in accordance with the patient’s individualized care plan.
Administer treatments as prescribed, monitor patients’ conditions, and document accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity.
Perform assessments and document patient progress, flagging any concerns to the supervising RN and provider.
Collaborate on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
Answer questions and educate patients and their families on maintenance of their health and recovery.
Support patients and their families through the emotional and physical challenges of home health or end-of-life care.
Ensure compliance with infection control, safety procedures, and all Amberwell policies and procedures.
Adhere to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Maintain required certifications, license, and participate in ongoing professional development.