Description:
Private Duty LVNs
Join our team today to be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Beyond Faith Homecare is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.
General Summary: Administer nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for clients in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, clients, and their families, and the referring Agency.
Patient Population: Has contact with patients of all ages in a clinical setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.
Essential Functions:
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Promote /exemplify the Company's mission, vision, and values at all times.
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Under the direction of the RN, assist in identifying the clients' physical, psychosocial and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, and evaluations.
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Participate in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the Plan of Care (POC). Assists clients in the recovery or maintenance of life functions; prevent illness and relapse of illness.
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Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both client and staff (OSHA).
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Assure the continuity of care through the delivery of quality patient care.
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Provides effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other health care professionals, and regular participation in Case Conference/Team Meetings.
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Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with the requirements of third-party payers.
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Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.
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Demonstrates commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.
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Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board.
Requirements:
Experience:
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1-year experience as an LPN in a clinical care setting.
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Home health experience
Skills
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Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
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Demonstrates proven decision-making skills.
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Must read, write and comprehend English.
Education:
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Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
Licensure/Certification:
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A current license that is in good standing to practice as an LPN in any/all applicable states.
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Current CPR certificate.
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Current driver's license in good standing.
On-going employment as an LPN requires maintenance of a valid LPN license in the state in which the nurse practices and a valid CPR certificate at all times. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these both before they expire in order to continue employment.