What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Nurse LVN - LA position at American All Care Services Hospice, Inc?
American All Care Services is a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience working with the elderly. We have made a pledge to care for the elderly in the comforts of their homes, retirement homes, hospital, or other residential care facilities.
Job description
American All Care Services (AACS) is a premier home care company that has been in business for over 20 years. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care and superior customer service.
We are seeking to fill our LVN/LPN positions.
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain up-to-date patient records to ensure that all patient issues are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur.
- Recognize and interpret symptoms and institute remedial measures within the scope/limits of a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of CA.
- Administer medication and treatments as ordered by the physician
Identify and address comfort care needs which includes but are not limited to, personal hygiene (bed bath, oral hygiene, perineal care, diaper changes),nutrition/hydration, keeping patient’s immediate surroundings clean and tidy, and availability of supplies and medications throughout the shift and for the next shift. - Support, instruct and educate the patient, family, and caregiver.
- Consult and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and others involved in the patient's care.