Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN, Home Health

AccentCare, Inc.; Davis Heights (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Wellness program and Calm app access

Employee recognition programs

AccentCare-branded scrubs store credit

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. is seeking a compassionate LVN/LPN to provide direct patient care in home health settings under RN supervision. The role covers Bradley and Polk Counties with a Mon-Fri schedule and on-call requirements, on-site work.

Qualified candidates will be graduates of an accredited practical nursing program, licensed LPN in the state of operation, and have at least 1 year of LVN/LPN experience, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license for traveling to locations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Currently licensed as an LPN in the state of operation.
• Minimum of 1 year LVN/LPN experience.
• CPR certification must be valid during employment.
• Must be a licensed driver capable of traveling to all locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision per care plan.
• Observe and document patient progress and nursing status changes.
• Maintain a safe patient environment and accurate records.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per law.
• Communicate significant findings to case manager and team.
• Counsel patient and family on nursing needs and care plans.
• Prepare progress notes and timely documentation.
• Coordinate services and liaise with home health team.

Skills

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel to all locations

Strong documentation skills

Direct patient care under RN

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program

Licensed Practical Nurse in state of operation

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Full Time LPN, Home Health

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: Bradley and Polk Counties

Pay: , based on experience

Schedule: Mon-Fri

On Call: Yes

What You Need to Know

Under the supervision of an RN, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) provides direct patient care. The LVN/LPN observes and documents the patient's medical progress and nursing status changes under the direction of a registered nurse. This position provides direct patient care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Be the Best LVN/LPN Nurse You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of agency operation
• One year of LVN/LPN work experience
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to the treatment as prescribed by the physician and provide and maintain paperwork to maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Responsibilities:

As a LVN/LPN, you will:

• Performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care and under the supervision of an RN.
• Promotes and maintain optimal client care under the supervision of an RN.
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities in patients data to case manager and other appropriate home health team members.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law. Assesses all medicines a client may be taking to identify possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, contraindicated medications and reports any problems to the physician.
• Re-evaluates client's nursing needs and reports findings to Case Manager.
• Counsels and instructs the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Submits all documentation in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy.
• Documentation on patients chart correlates with nursing care plan.
• Communicates frequently and works closely with other home care team members.
• Assists in coordinating services provided to client

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.