HH LVN-F

ATEX Healthcare • McAllen, TX

2d

About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE:
The LVN performs selected nurse care under the direction of the registered nurse for patients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency. Ensure staff and other support resources are appropriately utilized and a high level of interdisciplinary team work is maintained through delegation of duties.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a certified licensed practical/vocational nursing program.
• Licensed to practice as a practical/vocational nurse in the state.
• Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of clinical experience.
• Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or Company requirements and is in good working order.
• Must hold a current and valid CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of previous home health or hospice experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care to clients as directed by the registered nurse and physician’s plan of care in accordance with agency policies.
• Promotes and maintains client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures under the guidance of the registered nurse who is assigned to the same case.
• Assists clients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
• Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of client care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
• Prepares clinical progress notes and follows client care plans as developed by the registered nurse and according to the agency policy.
• Assist the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures for which competency has been established.
• Prepares the equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required.
• Keep abreast of changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions.
• Attends client conferences, meet with the quality improvement reviewer weekly and communicate regularly with the registered nurse.
• Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations.
• Complies with acceptable professional standards and practice.
• Adhere to all of the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
• Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
• Instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care provided every fourteen (14) days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed