Licensed Vocational Nurse/ LVN, Home Health

About the role

This position is for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN. The LVN/LPN will observe and document the patient's medical progress and nursing status changes, and provide direct patient care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care and under the supervision of an RN.
• Promotes and maintains optimal client care under the supervision of an RN.
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities in patients' data to case manager and other appropriate home health team members.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law.
• Assesses all medicines a client may be taking to identify possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, contraindicated medications, and reports any problems to the physician.
• Re-evaluates client’s nursing needs and reports findings to Case Manager.
• Counsels and instructs the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Submits all documentation in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy.
• Communicates frequently and works closely with other home care team members.
• Assists in coordinating services provided to client.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of agency operation.
• One year of LVN/LPN work experience.
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to the treatment as prescribed by the physician and provide and maintain paperwork to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role.
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app.
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees.
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees.

Pay and Schedule

The salary for this position is $65,000-$79,000 per year, paid on a per-visit basis. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, with on-call requirements.