LPN Homecare

Responsibilities and Duties

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from physician's orders and Registered Nurse assessment. Nursing Care includes physical care, emotional support, and patient and family education.
• Recognizes and reports symptoms that indicate changes in the condition of the patient to the Case Manager.
• Provides nursing care and services that is in accordance with Agency patient care and general medical policies.
• Assists the physician and/or Registered Nurse in the performance of specific procedures require by the patient and at an appropriate level for the LPN.
• Adheres to strict aseptic technique when performing treatments requiring its use.
• Provides patients with the knowledge and assistance to learn appropriate self care techniques.
• Accurately records patient's condition in the Nurses notes.
• Observes, records and reports to the appropriate professional the symptoms, reaction and changes including:
• General physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes; and
• stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.
• Performs selected nursing procedures such as:
• Administration of medications and treatments prescribed by the physician: and
• preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments administered by the physician or the professional nurse.
• Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan through being aware of and encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of patients; encouraging patients to help themselves within their own capabilities in performing activities of daily living; knowledge and application of the principles of prevention of deformities, the normal range of motion, body mechanics, and body alignment.
• Promotes cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and b y active participation in team and staff conferences when appropriate.
• Administers medications and treatments that are assigned by the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Supervisor listed on the plan of care, and records these with accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains the patient's equipment and room as necessary for patient care and safety.
• Participates in staff inservice programs. (Must attend 12 hours annually).
• Participates in regular performance evaluations with Case Manager.
• Maintains a continuing knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participation in inservice and educational programs, conferences, workshops and professional organizations.
• Understands human relationships between and among patients and personnel, patients and families, families and personnel; recognizes and understands cultural backgrounds and spiritual needs, respects the religious beliefs of individual patients.
• Abides by administrative policies regarding nursing coverage and responsibilities, scheduling availability, and provides support to the Nursing Department as deemed appropriate.
• When necessary, works on additional projects within scope of knowledge, as requested by Case Manager/Clinical Care Supervisor.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22