Licensed Vocational Nurse (NE) | Parker, AZ
About The Position
River Valley proudly offers the best home health and hospice services and is an independently operated and locally run agency, serving our many communities since 2015. With a focus on client and community-centered services, our team of compassionate professionals are committed to providing personalized care and life-changing services for all those in need! 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
- Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
- Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- Has three years nursing experience preferred.
- Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
- Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
- Follow written and oral instructions
- Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
- Must comply with all training requirements
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Employee discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
