LPN or Med Aide - Hospice - PRN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient/resident care for stable and predictable patients/residents of all ages in the home care setting. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant setting and possesses the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient's/resident's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's/resident's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in the home care setting. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients/residents. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient/resident care and treatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents. Knowledge of patient/residents education principles to develop a self-care program. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home setting. Skill in administering a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
- Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of professional nursing experience preferred.
- Depending on location, a valid drivers license may be required.
Responsibilities
- Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient/resident care for stable and predictable patients/residents of all ages in the home care setting.
- Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant setting.
- Performs testing to assess data reflective of the patient's/resident's status and interprets appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's/resident's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
- Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in the home care setting.
- Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients/residents.
- Applies knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient/resident care and treatment.
- Applies knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents.
- Applies knowledge of patient/residents education principles to develop a self-care program.
- Applies knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home setting.
- Administers a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
