LPN McCarthy Care Center

Cape Cod Healthcare•East Sandwich, MA

About The Position

The LPN assesses patient and family needs and reports new or pertinent findings to the RN and physician. The LPN follows the plan of care established by the RN and performs assigned patient care, including personal care, observation, procedures, and medication administration, within the scope of licensure. The role includes ongoing assessment of patient symptoms, care provided, and patient responses; safe use of equipment; regular communication with the RN/Clinical Manager and interdisciplinary team; and helping patients and families access appropriate community resources. The LPN documents care clearly and concisely, including teaching, direct care, and patient or caregiver responses. The LPN follows the VNA compliance plan, policies, and procedures, and provides service consistent with VNA’s CARES values: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
Current LPN license in Massachusetts.
CPR certification.
Minimum of one year of recent experience in an acute care facility.

Nice To Haves

Homecare skills.
Computer skills.

Responsibilities

Assess patient and family needs and report new or pertinent findings to the RN and physician.
Follow the plan of care established by the RN to address identified needs.
Carry out daily patient assignments as directed by the Clinical Manager/RN Supervisor, including personal care, observation, procedures, and medication administration.
Implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures within the guidelines of the LPN’s licensure.
Assess, evaluate, and reassess patient issues or symptoms, care provided, and patient responses on an ongoing basis.
Meet patient safety needs and use equipment safely and properly.
Communicate and collaborate regularly with the RN/Clinical Manager and interdisciplinary team as needed.
Assist patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
Document patient care clearly and concisely, including teaching, direct care, and patient or caregiver responses.
Adhere to the VNA compliance plan, policies, and procedures.
Provide service excellence to patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and coworkers in a manner reflecting VNA’s CARES commitment.
Perform other duties as assigned.