LPN

Canyon Home Care & Hospice LLC•Murray, UT

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

A qualified Licensed Practical (Vocational) Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
Maintains current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred.

Responsibilities

Administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence.
Performs services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned per the plan of care, in accordance with agency policies.
Prepares clinical and progress notes.
Assists the physician, intermediate care provider, and RN in performing specialized procedures.
Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required.
Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
Implements the nursing care plan for each patient as directed by the RN.
Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate as directed by the RN.
Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and registered nurse reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition.
Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home in accordance with the plan of care.
Evaluates with the registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPN/LVN's nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the registered nurse.
Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of the patient.
Participates in medical record audits, peer reviews, and QM activities as assigned.
Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences, and in-services as scheduled.
Takes on-call duty, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned in collaboration with the on-call RN.
Submits any changes in schedule to Clinical Manager/RN on a daily basis.
Participates in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team, such as physical therapist or speech language pathologist.
Observes aseptic technique as required.
Accepts, writes, and executes orders; orders are cosigned by RN.
Assures that the patient/family is involved in implementing the plan of care.
Assists in reviewing, evaluating, and updating the patient plan of care as appropriate in collaboration with the RN.
Administers medications and treatments as ordered.
Provides appropriate information regarding patient to other agencies/individuals involved in patient's care as needed.
Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information.
Completes documentation and paperwork in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
Immediately reports to Clinical Manager/RN any patient incidents/variances or complaints.
Demonstrates competent performance of technical skills according to established procedures before performing new skills.
Adheres to Agency standards and consistently interprets and accurately performs all assigned responsibilities.
Maintains acceptable attendance status, per Agency policy.
Reports all incomplete work assignments to Clinical Manager/RN.
Maintains clean and neat work environment.
Demonstrates sound judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making.
Maintains current CPR certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.