Private Duty LPN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to acutely or chronically ill patients in their homes, as prescribed by a physician. The role includes recording clinical and progress notes and coordinating patient care activities and services to provide high-quality care in the assigned geographic service area. The LPN works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position provides an opportunity to support patients through personalized care in a home setting and participate in care coordination with patients, families, physicians, clinicians, agency staff, and community case managers. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
- Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or access to public transportation.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR certification, or ability to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical services within the scope of practice, in accordance with state nursing laws and the plan of care, coordinating with other members of the health care team and following applicable infection control procedures.
- Thoroughly document patient visits in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and payer requirements, using the agency’s electronic visit verification program as applicable.
- Participate in the agency’s care coordination process, including timely reporting of patient needs and changes in condition and attending patient case conferences.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, other clinicians, agency management staff, case coordinators, and community case managers as applicable.
- Provide care in home situations regardless of a client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
