Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Description Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the delivery of coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients. This includes but is not limited to the day-to-day management and supervision of the related clinical activities within the area on the nurse’s tour of duty. The Primary Nurse will assume responsibility for implanting the Plan of Care for patients assigned which includes but is not limited to: Coordinating with the Case Manager appropriate changes in the Plan of Care with regards to care provided, frequency, and referral to other services. The nurse is responsible for supervising and responsibly directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing and ancillary personnel utilizing both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Essential Functions Employee must have regular attendance/punctuality, be able to work with others at all levels of the Company, have exceptional customer service, and be completely honest. Other assigned duties include: Provides direct patient care as described in state regulations for LPN/LVN, in all cases involving nursing services. Assists in the implementation of changes in the Plan of Care for the improvement of client care. Makes the initial evaluation visit as applicable and re-evaluates the patient’s needs on a regular basis. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic procedures requiring specialized skills and assuming full responsibility for each assigned patient. Participates in in-service programs, as well as training, and teaching other nursing personnel as required. Assists client in learning appropriate self-care techniques. Promotes and maintains client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures. Develops and implements the treatment plan for each patient under the direction of their physician and plan of care. Observes and reports symptoms, reactions to treatments, drugs, and changes in the patient’s physical and/or emotional condition. Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety. Maintains clinical and progress notes for each assigned patient receiving care and providing progress reports to their physician. Coordinates services for patients, as needed, to other agencies and health care providers as appropriate. Counsels the patient and their family in meeting nursing and related needs, Provides supervision of Home Health Aide/Home Care Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant services and prepares written instructions for care provided by HHA/HCA/CNA. Demonstrates self-direction and ability to work without the presence of immediate supervisor. Considers age-related factors with patient care for the adult and elderly when providing home care. Maintains accurate time records. Submits required documentation in a timely manner. Reports observed or suspected child or adult abuse pursuant to mandated requirements. Assists State Nurse Administrator, Clinical Supervisor, and Clinical Manager in decision making and policy formation as it pertains to the Home Health Program. Participates in surveys, studies and special projects as assigned. Able to see and hear adequately to respond to auditory and visual requests. Demonstrates a strong sense of initiative and urgency in addressing unexpected patient crisis. Demonstrates knowledge regarding exposure to body fluids and chemicals, as well as some hazardous equipment. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has indirect supervisory responsibilities for Aides. This position will perform supervisory visits as needed #RPIND