LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

AdamsPlace•Murrells Inlet, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NHC HomeCare Murrells Inlet is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role involves instructing patients and caregivers on disease management and patient care, observing patient responses to care, and documenting all skilled nursing activities according to the established plan of care and company policies. The LPN will also make recommendations to the Registered Nurse regarding revisions to the plan of care and perform other duties as assigned by the RN or Clinical Manager. NHC HomeCare is a leader in senior care, emphasizing values of honesty and integrity.

Requirements

Unencumbered, current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where the HomeCare agency is located or compact state if applicable
Graduate of a state approved LPN program
Minimum one (1) year clinical experience as an LPN
Individuals with less than one full year’s experience as an LPN will be considered. If hired, they will be mentored and provided additional oversight through the end of that 1-year period.

Nice To Haves

Experience in home health care is desirable.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care and according to policy/procedures and state practice acts.
Instructs the patient/caregiver in various aspects of patient care and disease management. Documents the patient/caregiver comprehension of and compliance with teaching.
Observes patient response to care/teaching and makes recommendations regarding revision of plan for patient care to the Registered Nurse.
Provides and documents skilled nursing care according to the established plan of care, policies/procedures, and standards of care.
Performs other duties as assigned by the RN / Clinical Manager.