Full-time & Part-time
Pay per visit
Minimum 2 years experience
Job Summary
The LPN provides physician ordered skilled private duty nursing care to patients in their homes under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Adheres to the plan of care and interim physicians’ orders. Provides care and/or services in accordance with professional standards, applicable laws and regulations and Agency policies and procedures. LPN Reports off to the RN or other LPN on her team on any issues that need attention the same day.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides skilled nursing care within the nursing scope of practice, the standard of care, and as ordered on the plan of care and in compliance with physician orders.
- Is supervised by the RN in the patient’s home with or without the LPN present at least every 30 days.
- Documents skilled care and/or services provided in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and Agency policies and procedures. Documentation is reviewed by the agency supervising staff.
- Participates in case conferences with RN/MSW/HHA to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, plans for continued care, to assure that patient care needs are met.
- Addresses and supports patient/family cultural practices, as long as such practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course of medical therapy.
- Promotes and provides patient/family/caregiver education using various verbal and written communication techniques that take into account the patient’s/family’s cultural, ethnic, and/or personal needs or preferences.
- Knowledgeable of federal, state regulations, nurse practice acts and Agency’s policies and procedures regarding patient care.
- Communicates with all members of the health care team, including physicians appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Notifies the physician and the RN/Clinical Manager of any changes in the patient’s condition and the need to modify the plan of care.
- Maintains currency of knowledge and skills.
- Participates in the Agency’s Quality Assessment Performance Improvement program.
- Attends Agency meetings and in-service programs as required.
- Obtains an appropriate number of continuing education credits to maintain re-licensure status.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and Agency information at all times.
- May administer pharmaceuticals and or perform special treatments based on special education, experience, licensure/certification requirements. Qualifications may vary based on the Board of Nursing requirements for Licensed Practical Nurses
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting
- Current CPR card
- Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing results
- Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile
- Proof of current automobile insurance
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Physical Demands
While performing the functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit, and use hands to and/or fingers to handle or feel. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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Employment Type
Full-time & Part-time
Compensation Structure
Salary & Pay per visit
Experience Level
Minimum 2 years experience