Licensed Practical Nurse (Per Diem) - RENO, NV

Bayhealth, Inc; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayhealth, Inc. in Reno, NV seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role focuses on implementing the care plan, performing treatments, and collaborating with the care team to achieve positive patient outcomes. Responsibilities include accurate documentation, patient and family education, and coordination of home health services with other disciplines under supervision.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years nursing experience with one year in community/home health or medical/surgical setting.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse in the state.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides 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 needs for other disciplines to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

LPN/LVN degree

Job description

This position is for Bayhealth's sister company in Reno, NV. The Licensed Practical 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.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides 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, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Position Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three years nursing experience and, effective January 1, 1998, shall have one year prior professional nursing experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical experience.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical 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.
• Excellent and professional support from our clinical management team