Job Description:

Administers quality, skilled nursing care to patients in the home. Performs all functions in a professional and ethical manner and collaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure the provision of quality patient care.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of a RN, provides patient care and identifies the needs of patients.
• Verifies Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to the physician’s orders.
• Documents nursing interventions including patient response.
• Assess patient/caregiver’s knowledge of disease process, treatment regimen and/or medication administration.
• Provides basic and specialized teaching as ordered in the Plan of Care and based on the patient’s needs. 
• Identifies and recommends other disciplines needed for quality care of the patient.  

Requirements:

• Minimum of one year experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical care setting
• Home care experience preferred
• Must be licensed as an LPN/LVN in good standing in the state(s) 
• Meets all additional requirements for hire including state specific requirements
• Reliable transportation and proof of valid automobile liability insurance.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• 30 visits per week across 5 days.
• 1 weekend per month.
• Contract: 8 weeks.
• Experience with homecare home base EMR. 
• Experience with lab blood draws & wound care. 
• Mileage Reimbursed.