Job Description & Responsibilities:
The LVN/LPNs deliver professional nursing care to patients in accordance with an established plan of care and agency policies, and procedures. LVN/LPNs will provide quality care consistent with all relevant professional standards state and federal guidelines. Observes and reports any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in conditions of the client and family situation to the Case Manager and documents such reports and observation in the clinical record Performs assigned nursing procedures, including the administration of treatments and medication in the care of the client, as delegated by the Registered Nurse in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and the Plan of Care Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required Assists the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques Assists with the rehabilitation of clients according to the client care plan Consults the RN in making judgments or decisions regarding care and treatments Accurately documents all events related to clients and completes any related documents as required by state or federal requirements Notifies the RN, physicians, and families of changes in the client’s condition and documents appropriately Updates the clients plan of care under the supervision and direction of an RN Consistently demonstrates competency with technical nursing skills according to the legal scope of practice May perform some advanced skills only after receiving and satisfactorily completing an approved educational training program and supervised clinical experience (if in accordance with state law and nurse practice act) Must have documented competencies in any advanced skills Ensures the maintenance and confidentiality of client records and employee information in accordance with Confidentiality policy Attends case conferences as requested Assists with quarterly record reviews if requested Contributes to the effectiveness of case management and coordination of services through open communication Follows directives of case manager and supports the efforts of case coordination Completes other assignments and duties as requested and assigned to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Company
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year experience in nursing, with a combination of acute care and home health/care/public health Current license, (in good standing) as a LPN/LPN in the states of practice. Current CPR certification Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
How To Apply:
Contact:
Employer: Intrepid USA
Location: Albany, GA
Link: https://careers-intrepidusa.icims.com/jobs/13522/licensed-practical-nurse-%28lpn%29---licensed-vocational-nurse-%28lvn%29/job