Lincoln, NebraskaKearney, NebraskaGrand Island, Nebraska
Quick overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse will manage a caseload of home health patients, performing prescribed medical treatments, assessments, and coordinating comprehensive in-home services under physician direction. This role involves supervising the plan of care, educating clients and caregivers, and ensuring appropriate treatment is obtained while collaborating with team members.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have successfully completed a Licensed Practical Nurse course of study and possess two years of acute or skilled care nursing experience within the last three years, along with an active LPN license in Nebraska or a Nurse Compact state. Essential requirements include strong English communication skills, the ability to drive to client homes, and proficiency in using standard and specialized medical equipment.
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Job description
Tabitha Home HealthCare in Kearney/Grand Island, NE and Surrounding Area is seeking a Home Health License Practical Nurse to work 8a-5p/flexible hour, with a every fourth Saturday, sometimes a Sunday weekend rotation.
Each Home Health Care LPN enhances the ability of Tabitha’s Seniors to remain at home, living independently for as long as possible by performing various prescribed medical treatment and personal care services under the direction of the physician and functioning within the appropriate scope of practice. This position is responsible for assessing, implementing, coordinating, evaluating, and documenting comprehensive in-home services for Home Health Care Seniors/clients.
Essential functions
Receives and processes referrals for Home Health Care services as assigned. Follows a case load of patients, supervising the plan of care and collaborating with other team members to achieve positive outcomes and goals for Seniors/clients.
Makes evaluation home visits to identify needs and appropriateness for home health care.
Provides skilled observation and assessment, hands on care, and education and instruction to Seniors/clients requiring intermittent professional nursing services.
Teaches Seniors/clients, family members, and non-paid caregivers providing Senior/client care according to agency procedures and state and federal regulations.
Coordinates the Senior’s/client’s care and ensures the appropriate treatment is obtained.
Provides supervision to non-licensed nursing TEAMembers when appropriate. Identifies and addresses general training needs or questions from aides, establishing a mentor relationship and encouraging a high level of performance. Elevates concerns to manager when necessary. Passes along compliments and constructive advice whenever appropriate. Communicates expectations in a clear and positive manner
Willingly takes on additional duties and/or assignments, assisting with projects and responding to requests as assigned or as necessary.
Ideal Candidate • COMMUNICATION
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job. Ability to read a map and/or utilize a GPS system and/or follow instructions in order to find Senior/client home.
Worksite
CONDITIONS: Visits Seniors/clients in Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) in the community and in Senior/client homes which vary significantly as far as their state of repair and condition. May be assigned to drive out of service area to support other regions, Seniors/clients. Drives to Senior/client homes to provide care on a daily basis.
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: Ability to drive vehicle from place to place, gain access to each Senior/client home and then safely perform the duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized equipment, including but not limited to the equipment described below. Ability to safely perform a one (1) assist transfer. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction).
Equipment
USAGE: Standard and specialized equipment including but not limited to gait belts, bedpans, urinals, wheelchairs, geri - chairs, commodes, shower chairs, blood pressure apparatus, thermometers ambulation equipment, whirlpool, scales, oximeter, coagucheck meter, glucometer, infusion pump, Doppler, oxygen concentrator, mechanical lift devices, Clinitron bed, Aqua-K pad, braces, splints, side rails, humidifier, fan, telephone, cell phone, computer, electronic devices, fax machine, and photocopier.
AGE
REQUIREMENT: At least age 18.
EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Licensed Practical Nurse course of study. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of acute or skilled care nursing experience within the last three years required. Home Health experience preferred.
CREDENTIALS: LPN License in good standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry or other Nurse Compact state required. CPR required. All licenses, certifications, and permits must be kept up to date and at the expense of the TEAMember. Must meet Tabitha’s vaccination requirements.
