LVN PRN

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas • Cleveland, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Committed to Caring, a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 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. Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s). Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education. Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. The skilled professional staff whether direct employee of the Agency or under arrangement are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participated with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The LVN will be monitored and evaluated by the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of service, provision of treatments, patient education, and communication with the RN, and date collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the RN. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.

Requirements

• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing
• CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service
• May be required to be on call at least once per month
• Valid drivers license, automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required
• Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency
• On-call may be required
• 100% travel required
• Requires a valid drivers license and automobile insurance.
• High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing.
• Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.
• Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

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.
• Performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
• Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education.
• Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care.
• Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
• Contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participated with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients.
• The LVN will be monitored and evaluated by the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of service, provision of treatments, patient education, and communication with the RN, and date collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the RN.
• Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees