Job Summary:

Primary function is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency.

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Gradate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
• Licensure: Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC. Current Driver's License.
• Experience: Two years experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting, hospice preferred.
• Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in patient homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, inpatient unit, offices and other environments in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort:

Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/family needs; and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.