What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at River Valley Home Health and Hospice?
River Valley Home Health and Hospice is seeking a highly skilled and motivated LPN to join our team!
Are you passionate about caring for the elderly or frail? Do you thrive in a dynamic and loving work environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
At River Valley Home Health and Hospice, we believe in delivering superior clinical outcomes and providing high patient and family satisfaction. We are committed to making work fun, celebrating successes, and holding each other to the highest standards of care and professionalism. As an LPN Home Health, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families.
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State's Name Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Three years of nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Why should you apply?
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k matching
- Employee discount
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive work environment
Location: Lake Havasu City
If you are a talented and compassionate LPN Home Health, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Mileage reimbursement