- Maintains the nursing frequency established by the supervising RN.
- Follows the plan of care established by the supervising RN.
- Reporting to the RN.
- Prepares equipment & materials for treatments observing aseptic techniques as required.
- Performs home safety check and environmental check of the client's home environment on all visits. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe condition to the supervising RN.
- Performs nursing visit and documents accordingly.
- Reviews and follows the supervising RN's plan of care, communicating frequently with the supervising RN on any suggested changes necessary.
- Collaborates with the supervising RN on a weekly (or more frequent basis) to benchmark toward the established outcome goals.
- Reviews the client's ADL and iADL abilities.
- Teaching clients & family self-care techniques.
- Communicates any suggested changes to the supervising RN.
- Reinforces the HHA plan of care when HHA services are ordered.
- Effectively communicates with client/family the POC and progression of such. Keeps the client informed ongoing.
- Effectively communicates with other disciplines in the case (actively participates in case conferencing) to effectively and appropriately problem solve as situations arise.
- Communicates effectively with the supervising RN, scheduled visits planned and changes to the schedule on a weekly basis. Caseload is self-scheduled but communication of the clinician's schedule to the nursing supervisor is essential.
- Communicates in case conferencing sessions. Effectively functioning as an involved team member to collaborate on best practices for the individual client's needs.
- Submits accurate, complete paperwork at the end of every week so that all medical records are intact and up to date. Uses the drop box if the office is already closed for the weekend.
- Notifies the supervising RN with requests for re-authorization of "more visits needed" prior to third party insurers authorized number of visits expiring.
- Suggests Community Services that may be available to the client to assist in safe home care needs.
- Participates in the Performance Improvement Committee process as requested.
- Participates in staff meetings. Adjusts visits on the staff meeting day to accommodate this function.
- Participates in the growth of the office by being a willing preceptor for newly hired, same discipline employees.
- Maintains LVN licensure and actively seeks out educational experiences to enhance the practice of home care nursing for her/him and the benefit of the clients serviced.
- Notifies the Agency of emergencies, sickness, and other imminent occurrences that may affect the client caseload as quickly as possible relative to the event's occurrence.
- Submits written time requests 2 weeks or more in advance of planned time off.
- Other duties as assigned.
- A graduate of an approved LVN nursing school
- An active license to practice professional practical/vocational nursing in Texas.
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a LVN, preferably in a home care setting.
- Will have a criminal background check and any other required checks.
- Will have current CPR certification.
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Licensed Vocational Nurse - Round Rock, United States - CARADAY MANAGEMENT LLC
Description
JOB TITLE: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
JOB CODE: 405
DEPARTMENT: Nursing
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Supervising Nurse
DATE OF LAST UPDATE: 08 /2021
JOB SUMMARY: A Licensed Vocational Nurse provides practical nursing skills within the scope of nursing practice standards in collaboration with RN case managers/supervisors, teaches and educates clients and their families according to the established professional plan of care. Licensed Practical nursing is performed under the supervision of the assigned RN's, Administrator, and Supervising Nurse.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Indoors, performing client care assessment/tasks in the client's residence. Travel to client residences/meetings; will require transportation to get to various work sites. Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS: High
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED: Vehicle to do routine client visits, possible transfer/lifting devices, medical supplies.
FUNCTIONAL ABILITIES: Able to access client's homes that may not be handicap accessible. Able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively in English.
Caraday HomeHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.
