LPN Home Health

Company: Envision Healthcare
Location: Kokomo
Posted on: October 11, 2020

Job Description:

OverviewAscension at Home is seeking a Full-Time LPN for Home Health in Kokomo!Primary function is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family, and referring agencyResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA)* Assures continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation* Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs* Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payers* Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physicians, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals as necessary* Participates in planning and implementing specialized procedures and duties assisting the RN. Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques* Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, and team report* Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients* Adhere to all company policies and procedures.* Adherence to and compliance with information systems security is everyone's responsibility. It is the responsibility of every computer user to: Know and follow Information Systems security policies and procedures. Attend Information Systems security training, when offered. Report information systems security problems.NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Perform other duties as assignQualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Licensing/Certification:* Graduate of an accredited school of Practical nursing* Current State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse* Current Driver's License* Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declinationExperience:* Two years of experience as an LPN in a clinical care setting, home health preferred.Knowledge and Skills:* Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.* Good interpersonal skills.

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