Position SummaryThe Home Health Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for providing one-on-one skilled nursing care and treatment to patients in their home. The LVN will provide comprehensive and patient specific care to promote their health and independence. As a Home Health LVN, you will:
- Under the direction of the RN, assist in identifying the patient's physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, team report, and evaluations.
- Participate in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
- Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
- Assure the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.
- Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.
- Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.
- Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Requirements
- Current LVN License
- Valid Driver's License
- Valid Auto Insurance
- CPR Certification
- HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred