Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the RN, physician's orders, and established standards. Incorporate patient care goals into nursing visits as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes. Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, and clinical supervisor. Report unsafe conditions and implement patient safety plans using available resources. Assist patients in learning self-care techniques and suggest revisions to the plan of care. Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours and document the medication regimen. Treat patients and caregivers effectively while implementing actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits. Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, and agency personnel. Requires current state license, one year of clinical experience, and 50% travel.