Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Beaumont ASHN; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaumont ASHN seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN I) to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes under physician orders. You will educate patients and families, ensure safety, and document care in compliance with Medicare requirements.

The role requires maintaining licensure in the state and reliable driving to assigned locations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to coordinate with RNCM and other staff.

Qualifications

• Grounded in state LPN requirements and scope of practice.
• Minimum 1 year LPN experience in acute care; 2 years preferred.
• Home health experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions and notifies RNCM of changes.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician.
• Educates patient and family on disease processes and care plans.
• Documents all care and maintains Medicare guidelines.

Skills

LPN experience

Home care experience

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Clinical nursing knowledge

Education

LPN license

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM

SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) I provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician by following the order sets created by the RNCM. The LPN I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The LPN I is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physician
• Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN
• Observes and monitors patient conditions
• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician
• Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage
• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
• Listens to patient and family members
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
• Maintains active LPN license in state of employment
• Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
• Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visit to meet Medicare guidelines. Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
• Knowledgeable with providing skilled care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Fulfills LPN visits in assigned geographic location per patient need within federal and state specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred. Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
• Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Knowledge

Reading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100%

Communications Skills

Constantly 66%-100%

Computers / PDA

Constantly 66%-100%

Physical

• Walking - Frequently 34%-66%
• Bending - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Standing - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Sitting - Frequently 34%-66%
• Driving - Frequently 34%-66%
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Stretching/Reaching - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Climbing - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Hand/finger dexterity - Constantly 66%-100%
• Stooping (bend at waist) - Occasionally 2%-33%

Sensory Activities

• Distinguish smell/temperature - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100%
• Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100%
• Talking on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66%
• Hearing in person -Constantly 66%-100%
• Hearing on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66%
• Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100%

Other Sensory Activities

N/A

TRANSITIONAL WORK IS AVAILABLE (ALTHOUGH SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE SPECIFIC TRAINING) SUCH AS: ANSWERING PHONES, FILING, COMPUTER WORK/DATA ENTRY, ATTENDING TRAINING/CONTINUING EDUCATION, REVIEWING SAFETY MANUALS & OTHER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA, AND ASSISTING OR PERFORMING OTHER TASKS WITHIN RESTRICTIONS ASSIGNED.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and acti