QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred.
- Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
LINE OF AUTHORITY
Reports to the Clinical Manager / RNs
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Furnishes services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned per the plan of care, in accordance with agency policies.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes.
- Assists the physician, the intermediate care provider and RN in performing specialized procedures.
- Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required.
- Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
- Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
- Implements the nursing care plan for each patient as directed by the RN.
- Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate as directed by the RN.
- Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and registered nurse reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patients physical or emotional condition.
- Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home in accordance with the plan of care.
- Evaluates with the registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPN/LVNs nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the registered nurse.
- Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments and care of patient.
- Participates in medical record audits, peer reviews and QM activities as assigned.
- Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences and in-services as scheduled.
- Takes on-call duty, nights, weekends and holidays as assigned in collaboration with the on-call RN.
- Submits any changes in schedule to Clinical Manager/RN on a daily basis.
- Participates in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team, such as physical therapist or speech language pathologist.
- Observes aseptic technique as required.
- Accepts, writes and executes orders; orders are cosigned by RN.
- Assures that the patient/family is involved in implementing the plan of care.
- Assists in reviewing, evaluating and updating the patient plan of care as appropriate in collaboration with the RN.
- Administers medications and treatments as ordered.
- Provides appropriate information regarding patient to other agencies/individuals involved in patients care as needed.
- Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient related information.
- Completes documentation and paperwork in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
- Immediately reports to Clinical Manager/RN any patient incidents/variances or complaints.
- Demonstrates competent performance of technical skills according to established procedures before performing new skills
- Adheres to Agency standards and consistently interprets and accurately performs all assigned responsibilities.
- Maintains acceptable attendance status, per Agency policy.
- Reports all incomplete work assignments to Clinical Manager/RN.
- Appearance is always within Agency standards; is clean and well-groomed.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills through daily documentation and infrequent overtime for routine assignments.
- Maintains clean and neat work environment.
- Demonstrates sound judgment, critical thinking and decision making.
- Maintains current CPR certification.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Works indoors in the Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS
- Supervised by: Clinical Manager/RNs
RISK EXPOSURE
High risk
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of this position without compromising patient care.
