Home Health LVN

Job Summary:

The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients/clients of all ages in their places of residence. Participates in the coordination of care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family, and physician.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
• Licensure: Current State license as a Licensed Vocational 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: One year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care setting is required. Home health experience preferred.
• Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Essential Functions:

• Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s/client’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation.
• Participates in planning and implementing care in partnership with the patient/client, representative (if any), and caregiver(s) and with the RN. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
• Provides patient/client and caregiver education.
• Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client.
• Assures the continuity of care through the delivery of quality patient/client care.
• Provides effective communication to the patient/client, family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, and communication notes.
• Completes appropriate documentation promptly.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of the third-party payor.
• Participates in the Agency’s QAPI program.
• Participates in Agency-sponsored in-service training.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Promotes Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure the quality of care.

Requirements:

• 6 months experience in skilled Home Health, geriatric population
• Strong work ethic
• Prides yourself on timely & quality documentation
• Willingness to cover large geographical service area on occasion
• Able to work autonomously and as part of the team
• PointCare/Homecare Homebase experience preferred

Benefits: 401K and mileage reimbursement

Job: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Home health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN/LPN License (Required)

Work Location: On the road