Licensed Practical Nurse (NE)

The Pennant Group; Grand Junction (CO); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pasco SW Home Health in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

You will implement the plan of care, document accurately, collect assessment data, and communicate with RNs and physicians to ensure positive patient outcomes. A valid LPN/LVN license and CPR are required.

Strong teamwork, reliable transportation, and commitment to high-quality home health services are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Completed practical (vocational) nursing program or licensed in the state
• Three years nursing experience preferred
• Community/home health or medical/surgical experience preferred
• CPR certification current

Responsabilités

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and implement the plan of care
• Document accurately and timely in accordance with the plan of care
• Coordinate home health services and report needs to RN/physician(s) and other disciplines

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Organization

Driver with car

Formation

LPN/LVN program completed

Current LPN/LVN license (state)

Description du poste

JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act. Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse. Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care. Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s). Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Participates in personal and professional growth and development. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the LPN is located. Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Salary

Salary - Per Visit $ 31.00 - $ 41.00 Base: $28.00 - 31.00

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

We Are Committed to Providing Life Changing Home Health & Home Care Services within Cortez and Grand Junction Area’s and Southern Colorado Home Front. Rated one of the top 100 Home Care Agencies in the United States by Home Care Elite.

Pasco SW Home Health is the perfect in-home-care solution for residents who want to maintain their independence and dignity by continuing to live in the comfort of their own homes. Pasco SW Home Health provides skilled care nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, home makers, CNA and personal care providers.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.