LPN - Memphis PRN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem provides direct nursing care to acutely or chronically ill patients in their homes as prescribed by a physician. The role records clinical and progress notes and coordinates patient care activities and services to provide high-quality care within the assigned geographic service area. The nurse works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor. The role provides clinical services within the scope of state nursing practice and according to the plan of care, while coordinating with the healthcare team and following infection-control procedures. It also requires thorough documentation in the electronic medical record, including use of the agency’s electronic visit verification program when applicable, and active participation in care coordination. The nurse reports patient needs and condition changes promptly and communicates with patients, families, physicians, clinicians, agency staff, case coordinators, and community case managers as applicable. The position requires the ability to provide care in any home situation regardless of a client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, 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.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete it within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality clinical services within the nursing scope of practice, in accordance with state law and the plan of care, and in coordination with the healthcare team.
- Follow applicable infection-control procedures.
- Document patient visits thoroughly and completely in the electronic medical record according to regulatory and payer requirements, using the agency’s electronic visit verification program as applicable.
- Participate in the agency’s care coordination process, including timely reporting of patient needs and changes in condition and attending 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, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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