Licensed Practical Nurse (NE) | Lake Havasu City, AZ

River Valley Home Health and Hospice; Arizona; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN in home health settings across Arizona.

You will implement care plans, educate patients and families, document accurately, coordinate with the health team, and participate in on-call duties. Requires active LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years nursing experience preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state.
• CPR certification current.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Implement plan of care initiated by the RN.
• Document accurately and timely per the plan of care.
• Educate patient and family/caregiver about diagnosis and plan of care.
• Coordinate home health services with other disciplines as needed.
• Participate in on-call duties as defined by policy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) degree

Job description

JOB SUMMARYThe 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 & RESPONSIBILITIESProvides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.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.Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.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)Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.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.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.