What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Home Health - Dunklin County & Surrounding Areas position at Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO?
Job Overview
The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a dedicated Home Health LPN to join our team in Dunklin County and the surrounding areas. This essential role involves delivering skilled nursing services in the comfort of patients’ homes, as ordered by their private physicians. As a valued nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing compassionate and effective care to those we serve, with payment options available through Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
Key Responsibilities
The Visiting Nurse Association is committed to the professional development of its employees. A comprehensive 30-day training program will provide essential knowledge of policies, procedures, and the use of handheld devices for patient management, fostering ongoing learning in home health care practices.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization prides itself on a supportive and community-centered work environment that emphasizes compassionate care. We champion the independence and recovery of patients while fostering collaboration amongst our dedicated team of professionals.
Why Consider Joining Us?
This position offers the opportunity to make a significant, positive impact in the lives of patients and their families within a respected nonprofit organization. Join us to enhance your professional network and be part of a mission-driven team committed to delivering high-quality home health care.
Employment Type: Full-Time
The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a dedicated Home Health LPN to join our team in Dunklin County and the surrounding areas. This essential role involves delivering skilled nursing services in the comfort of patients’ homes, as ordered by their private physicians. As a valued nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing compassionate and effective care to those we serve, with payment options available through Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patient symptoms and monitor responses to treatment
- Educate patients and their caregivers on self-care techniques
- Address inquiries regarding medications, dietary needs, disease processes, and activity levels
- Administer intravenous and injectable medications, as well as prescribed treatments
- Provide wound care, ostomy management, and promote patient independence
- Relay changes in patient health status to the attending physician
- Proficient in assessing medical symptoms and treatment responses
- Strong communication abilities for patient and caregiver education
- Expertise in administering IV and injectable therapies
- Competence in wound and ostomy care management
- Ability to effectively communicate health changes to medical professionals
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- Capable of reading, writing, performing basic mathematics, and following instructions
- At least one year of experience in home health or nursing, along with a valid Missouri nursing license
- Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance are required
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check
- Must not be listed on the Employee Disqualification List (EDL)
- Completion of a full application, including at least two credible business references with contact information
- Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
The Visiting Nurse Association is committed to the professional development of its employees. A comprehensive 30-day training program will provide essential knowledge of policies, procedures, and the use of handheld devices for patient management, fostering ongoing learning in home health care practices.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization prides itself on a supportive and community-centered work environment that emphasizes compassionate care. We champion the independence and recovery of patients while fostering collaboration amongst our dedicated team of professionals.
Why Consider Joining Us?
This position offers the opportunity to make a significant, positive impact in the lives of patients and their families within a respected nonprofit organization. Join us to enhance your professional network and be part of a mission-driven team committed to delivering high-quality home health care.
Employment Type: Full-Time
