LPN

Peoples Health Services; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Crestview, Florida is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide essential nursing care to clients in their homes. Responsibilities include assisting Registered Nurses, administering treatments, and maintaining client documentation. Applicants must have an accredited LPN program certification, a current Florida LPN license, and preferably one year of nursing experience in home care. This is a full-time position offering a chance to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program is required.
• Current LPN license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum one year nursing experience is required.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and valid auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and treatment for clients in homes.
• Assist Registered Nurse in specialized procedures.
• Document client condition and care responses.
• Administer prescribed nursing care to clients.
• Participate in assessing and planning client care.
• Promote client self-care techniques.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Safety precautions

Client assessment

Education

Graduated from an accredited LPN program

Current LPN license in Florida

Current CPR certification

Tools

Medical equipment

Health care documentation software

Job description

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The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care, treatment and procedures for clients in the home within the scope of training, state licensure, and agency policy.

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.
• Provides prescribed nursing care procedures to assigned clients.
• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating client care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provides health teaching and assist the clients and families in learning self-care techniques.
• Communicates and documents findings in a factual, concise and timely manner per agency policy.
• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.
• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate client care.
• Obtains medical orders which are carried out promptly.
• Recognizes and communicates changes and potential client problems in a timely manner, utilizing the proper chain of command.
• Uses good hand washing and aseptic techniques.
• Performs client care duties proficiently and safely; administering medications, performing procedures and treatments per agency policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.
• Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.
• Maintains an understanding of the company's scope of services.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.
• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in call schedule according to needs of the agency.
• Participates in accreditation program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in in-service program.
• Performs duties as directed by Case Manager or Clinical Team Manager.

Description:

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care, treatment and procedures for clients in the home within the scope of training, state licensure, and agency policy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.
• Provides prescribed nursing care procedures to assigned clients.
• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating client care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provides health teaching and assist the clients and families in learning self-care techniques.
• Communicates and documents findings in a factual, concise and timely manner per agency policy.
• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.
• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate client care.
• Obtains medical orders which are carried out promptly.
• Recognizes and communicates changes and potential client problems in a timely manner, utilizing the proper chain of command.
• Uses good hand washing and aseptic techniques.
• Performs client care duties proficiently and safely; administering medications, performing procedures and treatments per agency policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.
• Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.
• Maintains an understanding of the company's scope of services.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.
• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Uses appropriate phone etiquette.
• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in call schedule according to needs of the agency.
• Participates in accreditation program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in in-service program.
• Performs duties as directed by Case Manager or Clinical Team Manager.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program required.
• Current LPN license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum one year nursing experience.
• One year home care experience preferable
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and valid auto insurance. .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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