LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse

Doctor's Choice Home Care, Inc.; Cleveland (TX); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Doctor's Choice Home Care seeks an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide one-on-one skilled nursing care in patients' homes. You will work with physicians, patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to implement and monitor care plans according to physician orders.

You will assess and document patient health, communicate progress, and ensure care quality while traveling to patient homes as required by the assignment.

Qualifications

• Current LVN license valid in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid auto insurance.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a care team.

Responsabilités

• Administer one-on-one skilled nursing care in patients' homes on an intermittent basis.
• Collaborate with physicians, patients and families, and the care team to follow treatment plans.
• Assess, monitor, document, and report patient health progress in clinical notes.
• Travel to patient homes as required and adhere to agency policies.

Connaissances

CPR certified

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Customer relations

On-call availability

Valid driver’s license

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formation

HS Diploma or GED

Licensed Practical Nurse program graduate

Description du poste

Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:A qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) administers one-on-one skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. The nurse collaborates with physicians, patients and their families, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other members of the patient care team to implement and follow a patient specific care and treatment plan in accordance with the physician orders and under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The nurse will assess, monitor, document and report progress of patients’ health and condition using required clinical notes in the clinical technology within established timelines. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.Qualifications / Licensure / Certification / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicingMinimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferredCPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red CrossAbility to exercise initiative and independent judgmentStrong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skillsMust demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality serviceMay be required to be on call at least once per monthValid drivers license, automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation requiredAcceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of AgencyOn-call may be required100% travel requiredRequires a valid drivers license and automobile insurance.Educational Requirements:High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing.Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: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.