What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Home Health (PRN) position at Empath Health?
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a PRN Home Health LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse. The Home Health LPN Provides health care services in accordance with prescribed medical treatment and agency policy in the home according to the patient's plan of care; may perform certain nursing procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Locations: Hillsborough county, FL
The Home Health LPN:
- Provides nursing services in compliance with agency policy and procedure, state and federal regulations, and the patient's plan of care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Observes patients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the Clinical Coordinator.
- Assists the Physician and/or Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care and in performing specialized procedures.
- Performs patient and family instruction on diet, medication, and treatment.
Requirements:
- Applicants must be a graduate of an approved nursing program and own a current Florida LPN license.
- Minimum one (1) year experience and/or training in home health care preferred.
- Intravenous (IV) Certification preferred.
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