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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) PRN - Home Health
Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas
Lufkin (TX)
On-site
USD 25,000 - 35,000
Full time
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Job summary
A leading home health provider seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) PRN for home-based care in Lufkin, Texas. This role requires skilled nursing care as per physician orders, alongside patient and caregiver education. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication and customer relations skills, and possess a valid Texas nursing license.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Currently licensed in Texas.
- Minimum one year nursing experience preferred.
- CPR certified, ability to work independently.
Responsibilities
- Administer skilled nursing care to patients in their homes.
- Develop and evaluate the plan of care with patients and caregivers.
- Communicate effectively with all physicians involved in the care plan.
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Description
Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:
Description
Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:
Committed to Caring, a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s). Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education. Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. The skilled professional staff whether direct employee of the Agency or under arrangement are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participated with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) will be monitored and evaluated by the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of service, provision of treatments, patient education, and communication with the Registered Nurse (RN), and date collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the Registered Nurse (RN). Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.
Qualifications
Qualifications / Licensure / Certification / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Shift / Coverage Area / Compensation:
- Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred
- Two (2) years experience, Home Health preferred
- Proficiency with EMR systems, specifically Kinnser/WellSky
- CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
- Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
- Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service
- May be required to be on call at least once per month
- Valid drivers license, automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required
- Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency
- On-call may be required
- 100% travel required
- Requires a valid drivers license and automobile insurance.
- High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing.
- Works in patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations. Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.
- PRN
- Lufkin, Texas
- Pay Per-Visit (PPV)
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesHospitals and Health Care
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