Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
About The Position
At Ardent Home Health and Hospice, Our patients and their loved ones are the center of our work. Our team of professionals has a passion for providing superior, thoughtful care, and works to improve the quality of life for our patients, their loved ones, and caregivers by creating an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all. At Ardent, our culture is nurtured by our core values: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Loving One Another, Intelligent Risk, Customer Second, and Ownership . Your growth is important to us. We set individual and team goals to ensure that we continue to grow together and serve our patients & their families at the highest standard. Join a dynamic company that believes in a team approach and focuses on doing what is best for our patients. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with Ardent, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while receiving strong compensation and excellent benefits. JOB SUMMARY The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
- Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
- Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
- Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Provides appropriate pain/symptom management.
- Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
- Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
