Pennant Group·Parker, Arizona
The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct patient care and implements care plans under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include collecting assessment data, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes.
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The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
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 Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Follow written and oral instructions
Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
Must comply with all training requirements
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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
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.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
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.
Candidates must be a licensed practical or vocational nurse in the state 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.
Market context
Arizona nursing roles are often competitive in psychiatric inpatient and geriatric med/surg settings, where employers look for current licensure, CPR or BLS certification, and a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card. Experience in behavioral health or geriatric care can strengthen an application. This platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details faster before applying. If you are interested, confirm your Arizona license and clearance status first.