Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

About the Role

Provide basic skilled nursing care under RN supervision, through proficient application of nursing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients, according to state and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of home care and competency in nursing for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of patient care.
• Monitors, documents and reports progress of patient's health and condition using required documents via clinician preferred technology, and within established timelines.
• Communicates with RN supervisors and patient care team (as appropriate) of any changes noted during care.
• Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards (e.g., ABN's, subsequent visits, physician orders, care coordination, etc.).
• Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/Joint Commission), mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs (e.g., Performance Improvement Program) as required.
• Follows established safety regulations and procedures and reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards, as necessary.
• Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved LPN program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of practical nursing experience.
• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in state of practice.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Liability insurance to complete home visits.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health/hospice experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Acute care experience with adult and aging populations.