LPN Home Health Care

VNA of the Treasure Coast; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $4,500

Job summary

VNA of the Treasure Coast in Florida is seeking a full-time LPN to provide skilled nursing in our Indian River County Home Health division, following RN assessment and care planning.

Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring patient response, counseling patients, maintaining records, and participating in team conferences and education. Must have Florida LPN license; IV cert and lab skills preferred; prior home health experience required.

Qualifications

• Must have two years of home health experience.
• IV certification and lab skills highly preferred.
• Florida LPN license required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed; calls MD for changes.
• Observes patient condition and response to therapies.
• Counsels and teaches patient and caregiver to accomplish goals.
• Follows an RN-developed care plan and discharge plans.
• Maintains clinical records per agency, state and federal guidelines.
• Participates in case conferences and team discussions.

Skills

Home health experience

IV certification

Wound care

Patient education

EMR experience

Education

Florida LPN license

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN ON BONUS OF UP TO $4,500!!!

(Must have two years of home health experience, and IV or Wound certification to qualify. Terms and Conditions apply.)

The VNA is seeking a full-time LPN in our Indian River County Home Health division to provide skilled nursing care following an initial assessment and development of a care plan by an RN. Integrate and demonstrate the Core Values of the VNA in all aspects of work responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Call MD with verification of medication changes.
• Observes patient's condition to monitor response to drugs and treatments.
• Counsels and teaches patient and s/o to accomplish goals.
• Follows a care plan established by the RN.
• Follows care plan which addresses problems requiring intervention.
• Maintains clinical records according to agency, state and federal guidelines.
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• Follows discharge plans determined by RN.
• Follow policy and procedure manual pertaining to nursing procedures and treatments.
• Reports changes in patient condition to MD, primary case manager and/or Patient Care Manager.
• Serves on agency committees as requested.
• Participates in case conferences, collaborates with team members to identify need for plan modifications and readiness for discharge.
• Participates in in-service education programs as well as scheduled staff meetings.
• Participates in community health projects.
• Works independently and demonstrates ability to make sound judgements.
• Required to work one summer holiday and one winter holiday.

Qualifications:

• Must hold current licensure as an LPN in the state of Florida.
• IV Certification and lab skills highly preferred
• Previous home health experience required.
• Prior experience with electronic medical records preferred.