LPN - FT - Days - Home Health

Vitruvian Health•Dalton, GA

6d•Remote

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Home Health Care RN Case Manager, this position provides skilled nursing care according to the Patient’s Plan of Care. Duties may include various office duties such as chart review and backup for the Intake Coordinator. Other duties may include coverage for Home Health Aides during crisis times to meet regulatory compliance. This position is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the patient's care plan and assisting the patient in maintaining good personal hygiene and a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited vocational school of nursing.
Current driver's license.
Valid automobile insurance coverage.
Current LPN license in the State of Georgia.
BLS CPR required.
One-year experience in an institutional setting or provided care to primarily geriatric patients in a home setting (preferred).
CPR Techniques and License.
Demonstration of ability to complete personal, environmental and basic skilled and unskilled nursing care to include the following; vital signs, S & A's, Foley catheter insertion, irrigation; administration of fleet and soap suds enema, infection control techniques.
Administration of IM & SQ injections, dressing changes, monitoring pain and symptom control.
Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, regulations, and medical equipment utilized in patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for a safe work environment.
Skill in modifying documentation to meet intermediary and state documentation requirements.
Skill in preparing, maintaining and writing reports.
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with associates, patients, medical staff and the general public.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to work independently in patients' homes without direct supervision.
Ability to drive self on a daily basis.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires ability to distinguish letters or symbols.

Nice To Haves

One-year experience in an institutional setting or provided care to primarily geriatric patients in a home setting.

Responsibilities

Provides skilled nursing care according to the Patient’s Plan of Care.
Performs various office duties such as chart review.
Provides backup for the Intake Coordinator.
Covers for Home Health Aides during crisis times to meet regulatory compliance.
Assists in the implementation of the patient's care plan.
Assists the patient in maintaining good personal hygiene and a safe and clean environment.