Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
We are a growing agency looking for weekend LPN's to aid in our growth. This role is specifically for Saturday & Sunday. This is a great way to make extra money and still maintain a work/personal life balance.
About Us:
Shanadoa Home Health has been providing exceptional healthcare services since 2007. We are a growing home health agency and looking for dedicated healthcare professionals who have compassion and care for others in time(s) of need.
Job Description Summary:
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.
Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities:
- Communicates with RNs and RN Case Managers to ensure continuity of care and clarifies information when in doubt or unclear
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- 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.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Requirements:
Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities:
- Communicates with RNs and RN Case Managers to ensure continuity of care and clarifies information when in doubt or unclear
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- 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.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Experience / Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state of Oklahoma.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practices