Licensed Practical Nurse - Redding, CA
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care prescribed by a physician to acutely ill and/or chronically ill patients in their homes. The role includes recording clinical and progress notes and coordinating other patient care activities and services to provide high-quality care in the assigned geographic service area. The nurse works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor. The position provides clinical services within the scope of practice and in accordance with the plan of care, state laws, infection control procedures, and applicable regulatory and payer requirements. The nurse documents visits in the electronic medical record, participates in care coordination, and communicates with patients, families, physicians, clinicians, agency staff, case coordinators, and community case managers as applicable. The role requires providing care in any home situation regardless of a client's background or financial condition.
Requirements
- Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or access to public transportation.
- For California: at least 1 year of professional nursing experience as an LPN.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality clinical services within the scope of nursing practice, in accordance with state laws and the plan of care, coordinating with the health care team and following infection control procedures.
- Document patient visits thoroughly and completely in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and payer requirements, using the agency's electronic visit verification program as applicable.
- Participate in the agency's care coordination process, report patient needs and changes in condition promptly, and attend patient case conferences.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, other clinicians, agency management staff, case coordinators, and community case managers as applicable.
- Provide care in home situations regardless of the client's age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase program.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
