What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health LPN - Part-time Opportunity position at Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO?
Job Overview
Join the esteemed Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri as a Part-time Home Health LPN, where you will provide essential skilled care to patients in the comfort of their homes. Our nonprofit organization is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services under the direction of private physicians, with payment options including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Our comprehensive 30-day training program equips new hires with vital knowledge of our policies and procedures, as well as hands-on experience using technology in patient visits, laying a strong foundation for career advancement within the home health sector.
Company Culture And Values
At the Visiting Nurse Association, we foster a compassionate and collaborative work environment, valuing each employee’s contribution to enhancing the health and well-being of our community.
To apply and learn more about this rewarding opportunity, please visit our website. Note that we do not accept applications via email.
Employment Type: Contractor
Join the esteemed Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri as a Part-time Home Health LPN, where you will provide essential skilled care to patients in the comfort of their homes. Our nonprofit organization is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services under the direction of private physicians, with payment options including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor patient symptoms and responses to treatments.
- Educate patients and their caregivers on self-care techniques and answer queries regarding medications, diet, disease processes, and activity levels.
- Administer intravenous and injectable medications as prescribed.
- Perform necessary treatments, including wound management and ostomy care.
- Foster patient independence and communicate any health changes promptly to the appropriate healthcare providers.
- Proficient assessment and critical thinking capabilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to administer medications and perform prescribed medical procedures.
- Competence in educating patients and caregivers on self-care practices.
- Familiarity with handheld technology for patient care documentation.
- Minimum age of 18 years.
- Ability to read, write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow instructions effectively.
- At least one year of experience in nursing or home health care.
- Valid Missouri nursing license.
- Reliable transportation with proof of automobile insurance.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
- Not listed on the Employee Disqualification List (EDL).
- Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Our comprehensive 30-day training program equips new hires with vital knowledge of our policies and procedures, as well as hands-on experience using technology in patient visits, laying a strong foundation for career advancement within the home health sector.
Company Culture And Values
At the Visiting Nurse Association, we foster a compassionate and collaborative work environment, valuing each employee’s contribution to enhancing the health and well-being of our community.
To apply and learn more about this rewarding opportunity, please visit our website. Note that we do not accept applications via email.
Employment Type: Contractor
