LPN

Job Summary: A driven individual will Perform nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization, agency and Kinney Homecare.

All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. He/She will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team for the best patient/customer outcomes, education, instruction and compliance of patients. The LPN delivers care to patients/customers as delegated by the Registered Nurse.

Job Duties:

• Provides professional nursing care in the DME setting as defined in the nurse practice act and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides exceptional patient communication, education and support.
• Represents Kinney Homecare through professional appearance and attitude
• Responsible for s set up and instruction of respiratory equipment such as but not limited to Cpap, Bipap, RADs, Oxygen, Cough Assist, High volume compressors and oximeters
• Nurse/Clinician will play an active role in compliance to meet insurance guidelines while promoting a healthy sleep lifestyle.
• Provides follow up phone calls within the required 72 Hr timeframe for respiratory equipment
• The nurse will be a resource to patients when the need arises for troubleshooting equipment.
• Responsible for patient mask fittings/Interface and utilizing the “Mask Warranty Program”
• Responsible for becoming familiar with on-line/Web based programs for downloads, utilizing VirtuOx and processing orders
• Responsible for Home set up of equipment if required
• Responsible for participating in an on-call responsibility if required
• Requires use of personal vehicle and a valid drivers license
• Communicates information with staff, referral sources, physician offices, patients and peers on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation and through complete and accurate documentation in Brightree.
• Ensures accuracy, completeness and timeliness of clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe practice and Infection Control in the use of equipment.
• Seeks education/training or assistance with areas of concern.
• Stays current on Medicare guidelines for billing and dispensing as well as LCDs

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.

• Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state(s) of employment
• Valid driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance coverage per Kinney Homecare policy.

Experience Preferred:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a DME (Durable Medical Equipment) field or setting with equivalent experience.

• Primarily medium in nature with exerting up to 35 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, bend or otherwise move objects, involves sitting, walking, standing, driving, talking, hearing, reaching. Ability to work at a desk for up to eight hours per day. Involves prolonged phone use.

• Any and all additional eligibility requirements based on the specific position
• Initial and continuous exclusion and sanction/disciplinary monitoring
• Drug Test
• Driver’s License Verification