This position offers the opportunity to provide direct patient care in a home health setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will implement individualized plans of care, perform treatments, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care as defined by state nursing practice regulations
- Implement the plan of care initiated by the Registered Nurse
- Collect assessment data and perform observations to report to and collaborate with RNs and physicians
- Communicate with physicians regarding patient needs and report changes in patient condition
- Coordinate with the Registered Nurse Case Manager to obtain and receive physician orders as required
- Participate in coordination of services, reporting identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the Registered Nurse, Clinical Services Manager, or Director of Clinical Services
- Prepare clinical notes and ensure documentation is completed on a timely basis consistent with the plan of care
- Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
- Participate in holiday rotation and on-call duties as required by the agency
- Participate in personal and professional growth and development
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a requisite practical nursing program
- Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state where the agency is located
- Valid driver's license with a personally owned, insured automobile in good working order that meets state and organization requirements
- Compliance with accepted professional standards and practice
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication and organization skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years of nursing experience
- Home health and/or hospice experience