Full Time Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Overview

Now Hiring! 

Full Time Health Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN 

Coverage Area: Depoe Bay to Beaver

Work Schedule: 8 to 5 Monday through Friday

Office Location:

Signature Healthcare at Home 

• Home Health Acute Care Patient LPN Training provided.
• Flexible work schedules: PRN, Part-Time or Full-Time, 10-hour shifts available, 30-to-40-hour work week, benefits offered for Part-Time and Full-Time employment.
• Learning opportunities: Wound Certification, MedBridge Account, many learning opportunities available for PRN, Part-Time and Full-Time employees.
• Growth Opportunities: growth opportunities to become an RN, Intake Coordinator, and other opportunities.  
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Plan, Life/Disability Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, up to 4 weeks of PTO, 6 paid holidays, mileage reimbursement, cell phone/wireless keyboard, employee referral bonus, continuing education, and higher education reimbursement program.

Please apply online for this position here: https://signature-careers.com

Responsibilities

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.

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care. 
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Evaluates need for and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and individualized plan of care.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. 
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Completes mandatory education requirements annually to maintain competence.
• Attends required staff meetings and patient care coordination activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager.
• Reports significant changes in patient condition to the patient’s RN Case Manager.
• Meets productivity expectations.
• May be required to work outside of designated geographical area based on census fluctuations and current staffing. 
• Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities or other committees as assigned. 
• May be required to visit patients in homes that are not clean, or in poor repair, have poor ventilation, are infested with insects or rodents, and secondhand smoke.
• Driving conditions may be difficult related to weather and/ or traffic.  
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all applicable laws, rules, and standards.

Qualifications/Skillsets

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• One (1) to two (2) years nursing experience preferred. Community health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State(s) of planned practice. 
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice. 
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. 
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 
• Possesses and maintains current CPR  
• Knowledge of geriatric population and their common needs and concerns.
• Capable of prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Capable of considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling, and/or crouching. Possesses visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.

Please apply on line for this position here: https://signature-careers.com

Or contact:

LaDawn Fronapel

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Signature Healthcare at Home E: ladawn.fronapel@sighch.comC: 503-756-5453

Signature Healthcare at Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.