Full-time Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Signature Healthcare at Home

$76K — $87K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
  • One to two years nursing experience preferred.
  • Community health or medical/surgical experience preferred.
  • Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State(s) of planned practice.
  • Must be a licensed driver with insured automobile in good condition.
  • Possesses current CPR certification.
  • Knowledge of geriatric population needs.
  • Capable of physical demands of nursing, including lifting and prolonged standing.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct patient care under RN supervision following the plan of care.
  • Documents patient services accurately and timely to reflect care plans.
  • Educates patients and caregivers about diagnoses and care plans.
  • Prepares and uses medical equipment and supplies efficiently.
  • Manages patient pain and symptoms, evaluating treatment responses.
  • Engages in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities.
  • Reports significant patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a consistent Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Work in a supportive team environment focused on positive patient outcomes.
  • Opportunity to participate in professional growth and development initiatives.
  • Access to quality assessment and performance improvement resources.
  • Engagement in a company committed to community healthcare services.
Full Job Description
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Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Territory: South Kitsap, Port Orchard- surrounding areas

Type: Full-time

Wage: $37-42 an hour, depending on experience

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
  • Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
  • Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
  • Evaluates need for and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and individualized plan of care.
  • Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
  • Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
  • Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
  • Completes mandatory education requirements annually to maintain competence.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager.
  • Reports significant changes in patient condition to the patient's RN Case Manager.
  • Meets productivity expectations.


Qualifications/Skillsets:
  • Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
  • One (1) to two (2) years nursing experience preferred.
  • Community health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
  • Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State(s) of planned practice.
  • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
  • Knowledge of geriatric population and their common needs and concerns.
  • Capable of prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Capable of considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling, and/or crouching. Possesses visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills


The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

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