Home Health - Full-Time Licensed Vocational Nurse (Per Visit)

Frontpoint Health; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join their team. This full-time position offers a variety of responsibilities, including administering skilled nursing care, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring continuity of care for patients in their homes. The ideal candidate will be licensed, experienced, and possess strong interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships. With a supportive work environment and a focus on professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while advancing their nursing career.

Benefits

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Compensated On-call Program

In-service Educational Meetings

Qualifications

• Active LVN license required with 2-3 years of experience.
• Good nursing skills and interpersonal abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care and coordinate with the care team.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions to supervisors.
• Participate in educational meetings and staff conferences.

Skills

Skilled Nursing Care

Patient Coordination

Medication Administration

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse License

Tools

Clinical Records Management

Job description

Home Health - Full-Time Licensed Vocational Nurse (Per Visit)

*$1,500 Sign-on Bonus*

Description

Our full-time LVN will have a variety of duties that will help the company thrive and manage continuity of care. This candidate must maintain 40 productivity points weekly to qualify and must participate in the compensated on-call program. This LVN will see all visits assigned within the scope of practice of their license. They will also participate in the compensated perception of new hires. Administer skilled nursing care for patients of all ages in their place of residence and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agency. Assumes the responsibility for, and participates in, the coordination of care.

Job Responsibilities

1. Be available Monday- Friday to take patients.
2. Perform skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff LVN.
3. Observe, record, and report to the supervisor on the general physical and mental conditions of the patient.
4. Administer prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by State regulations.
5. Assist the physician and/or staff LVN in performing specialized procedures.
6. Assist the patient with activities of daily living and encourage appropriate self-care.
7. Prepare clinical and/or progress notes and incorporate them into the clinical record at least weekly.
8. Report to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel pertinent changes in the patient's condition.
9. Perform complex wound care if in-service is documented for specific procedure.
10. Perform routine vena-puncture to obtain labs only if documentation of competency, by a staff LVN is in the personnel record.
11. Receive and follow physician orders within realm of practice for an LVN and within the standards of home health practice but may not alter the plan of care.
12. Participate in in-service program, attending at least two in-service educational meetings per year.
13. Participate in nursing report.
14. Participate in staff conference regarding patient care.
15. Participate in QAPI plan and process.

Job Requirements

1. Active, state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
2. 2-3 years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
3. Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
4. Proof of current CPR, TB, auto insurance, and COVID vaccine.