What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Home Health Part-time position at Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO?
Job Overview
The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a dedicated and compassionate part-time Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver skilled nursing services to patients in the comfort of their homes. As a non-profit organization, we are passionately committed to enhancing the quality of life for our community members through exceptional care.
Key Responsibilities
The role provides meaningful experiences that contribute to both personal and professional development. As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training, fostering advancement within the organization.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on our culture of compassion, teamwork, and respect. Our organization values the contributions of each team member and is dedicated to creating a supportive work environment that promotes collaboration and excellence in patient care.
Employment Type: Contractor
The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a dedicated and compassionate part-time Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver skilled nursing services to patients in the comfort of their homes. As a non-profit organization, we are passionately committed to enhancing the quality of life for our community members through exceptional care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and evaluate symptoms of diseases and treatment responses.
- Educate patients and their caregivers on self-care practices and answer queries regarding medications, nutrition, disease processes, and activities.
- Administer intravenous and injectable medications as prescribed.
- Perform essential treatments, including wound management and ostomy care.
- Support patients in restoring their independence and communicate any changes in their health status to the physician.
- Proficient in assessing patient symptoms and treatment responses.
- Strong communication abilities to effectively educate patients and caregivers.
- Experience in administering IV and injectable medications.
- Competence in wound management and ostomy care.
- Reliable transportation and ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to read, write, perform simple mathematics, and follow instructions accurately.
- At least one year of home health or nursing experience.
- Valid nursing license in Missouri.
- Must have dependable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check is required.
- Not listed on the Employee Disqualification List (EDL).
- Completion of an application with at least two credible business references is necessary.
The role provides meaningful experiences that contribute to both personal and professional development. As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training, fostering advancement within the organization.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on our culture of compassion, teamwork, and respect. Our organization values the contributions of each team member and is dedicated to creating a supportive work environment that promotes collaboration and excellence in patient care.
Employment Type: Contractor
