Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

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Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Kissimmee, FL
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Why Choose ANC?

    • Mileage Reimbursement: Get compensated for your travel with mileage reimbursement, helping you cover the cost of getting to and from your assignments.
    • Employee Referral Program: Know someone who'd be a great fit? Earn rewards through our employee referral program when you help us grow our exceptional team.
    • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Start planning for your future with access to a 401(k) retirement plan, giving you the opportunity to save for long-term financial goals.
    • Coming Soon – Voluntary Benefits: Stay protected with upcoming options for Voluntary Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident insurance, designed to provide added peace of mind when you need it most.

    About the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Position

    Reports to: Director of Nursing

    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.

    Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Responsibilities

    1. Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
    2. Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
    3. Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
    4. Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
    5. Assists the registered nurse or physician in performing specialized procedures and duties, which include preparing equipment and materials for treatments, observing aseptic technique as required, and assisting the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
    6. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
    7. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
    8. Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
    9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

    The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. ****

    Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Qualifications

    1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
    2. Preferred: Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience.
    3. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
    4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
    5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
    6. Possesses and maintains CPR certification.
    7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.