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The LPN provides direct patient care and implements care plans under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include collecting assessment data, documenting care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a licensed practical or vocational nurse with a valid driver's license and current CPR certification. Three years of nursing experience, specifically in community, home health, or medical/surgical settings, is preferred.
professional certificateCommunication SkillsPatient AssessmentPatient CareClinical DocumentationOrganization SkillsInterdisciplinary Collaboration
Job description
Proudly Supporting Our Community Benefit Heathcare was founded in 2013 by a local physical therapist with a simple mission: to bring high‑quality, compassionate care to our community.
We acquired the company in 2023 and have remained proudly locally operated and committed to honoring that original mission while expanding our reach.
As the needs of our community grow, we feel a responsibility to grow with them.
Our team has been able to serve more patients than ever without ever compromising the quality of care.
We consistently strive to be a 4.5–5 star agency, and when we see those standards slip, we invest in retaining and supporting our staff—because exceptional care starts with a supported team.
Everyone in our community deserves the best, and we work every day to deliver exactly that.
JOB SUMMARY The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Duties & responsibilities 1.
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
2.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
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Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
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Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
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Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Director of Clinical Services.
6.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
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Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
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Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job.
The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
2.
Has three years nursing experience preferred.
Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
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Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
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Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
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Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6.
The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.
7.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
BENEFITS Competitive compensation Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401 (k) plan with company match Critical illness benefit Paid time off employee assistance progam Pay Range: $28-$34/hr The employer for this position is stated in the job posting.
The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US.
Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets.
More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. We are committed to providing life-changing Home Health & Home Care services in Colorado Springs, CO.
Rated one of the top 500 Home Care Agencies in the United States by Home Care Elite, Benefit Healthcare is the perfect in-home-care solution for residents who want to maintain their independence and dignity by continuing to live in the comfort of their own homes.
Benefit Healthcare provides skilled care nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, home makers, CNA and personal care providers.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record.
No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.
