Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

MGA Homecare; St. Pauls (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MGA Homecare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) in North Carolina to provide skilled nursing care on-site to assigned patients. The role uses nursing processes of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with state regulations and agency guidelines.

Responsibilities include documenting changes, communicating observations to clinical leadership, and following the care plan.

Qualifications

• Active NC nursing license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Provide copy of current TB results or Chest x-ray.
• Provide copy of current CPR certification as per agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of patient care using nursing processes (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Document changes in clinical notes, orders, and nursing care plan.
• Communicate skilled observations and changes to the Director of Clinical Services or Clinical Manager.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Job OverviewTitleLVN/LPN- Non-ExemptJob SummaryUnder limited supervision, the licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing processes of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, and any standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations that govern any facility the LPN/LVN is working at.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides skilled nursing as ordered on the plan of treatment and nursing care plan.New problems, changes, and/or resolution or problems are identified and followed through as follows:Documentation of same on clinical notes, supplemental physical orders and nursing care planSkilled observations and significant changes in patient status are communicated to the Director of Clinical Services and/or Clinical Manager.Requests for modification of orders or additional orders are made based on the patient’s clinical status and skilled nursing judgment.Participation in Agency’s other mandated activities as requested by Agency Director such as In-Services.MGA policies, procedures and Handbook are adhered toReports on time and as scheduled in order to complete work within designated time.RequirementActive NC nursing LicenseReliable transportation.Provide copy of current TB results or Chest x-ray.Provide copy of current CPR certification as per agency policy.Be flexible, organized and have the ability to exercise independent and sound judgment to perform the job duties/responsibilities.Additional Job Description Information#IND789-NCEEO Statement:MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.