Full- Time, LPN|Horizon Home Health and Hospice|Twin Falls, ID

Horizon Home Health and Hospice•Twin Falls, ID

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Home Health and Hospice is one of Idaho's oldest and largest Home Health agencies with over 20 years of business and branches across the state. They pride themselves on quality of care, ethical business practices, and core values: Celebrate, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role involves following the plan of care, administering treatments, and collaborating with team members to achieve positive patient care outcomes. Horizon emphasizes employee well-being with their 'Customer Second' philosophy, aiming to be Idaho's 'Employer of Choice' by providing life-changing services.

Requirements

Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
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.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

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.
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
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.