Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Akron, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population. You'll provide home-based nursing care for patients as directed by the attending physician and by following the order sets and goals created by the Case Manager. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health. You'll provide skilled nursing care in a patient's home as directed by the attending physician. You will work autonomously, so you need to be efficient in managing your time. You'll be responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice outlined by the state.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current license in the state of employment.
Minimum one-year experience as a LPN in an acute care setting.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver.
Capable of all physical demands.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population.
Provide home-based nursing care for patients as directed by the attending physician and by following the order sets and goals created by the Case Manager.
Interact with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey.
Provide skilled nursing care in a patient's home as directed by the attending physician.
Work autonomously, being efficient in managing your time.
Be responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice outlined by the state.
Provide skilled nursing care as ordered by the attending physician and observe and monitor patient conditions and notify case manager of any changes in the patient’s condition.
Administer medication as prescribed by the physician and help decrease re-hospitalizations by educating the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
Educate the patient and family on the disease process using teach back methods to ensure patient and family understanding.
Complete all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.
Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.