Licensed Practical Nurse
| Company | Alternate Solutions Health Network |
|---|---|
| Location | Columbus, OH, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Junior |
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment
- Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred. Home care experience is desired.
- Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
- Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
- Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
- Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
- Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
- Detail-oriented and observant.
- Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
- Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.
Responsibilities
- Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician
- Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN
- Observes and monitors patient conditions
- Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition
- Administers medication as prescribed by the physician
- Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage
- Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
- Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
- Listens to patient and family members
- Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
- Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
- Maintains active LPN license in state of employment
- Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
- Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
- Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
- Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
- Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications
- Two years of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is preferred.
- Home care experience is desired.