Licensed Practical Nurse LVN/LPN

AccentCare, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. is seeking a full-time LVN/LPN in the St. Paul/St. Anthony area. You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, document progress, and administer prescribed medications while ensuring a safe environment for pediatric to geriatric patients.

The role requires a licensed LVN/LPN in the state, CPR certification, and at least one year of LVN/LPN experience with the ability to travel to all locations. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of operation.
• At least 1 year LVN/LPN work experience.
• Must hold CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver and able to travel to all business locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Document nursing progress and changes in medical records.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Reassess patient nursing needs and report findings.
• Counsel and instruct patient and family on nursing needs.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes and timely documentation.
• Maintain a safe patient environment and coordinate services with home health team.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Medication administration

CPR certification

Travel readiness

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

1 year LVN/LPN experience

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Full Time LPN

Coverage Area: St. Paul/St. Anthony

Pay: $67,000 - $74,000, based on experience

Schedule: M-F 8-5

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.