Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Home Health

Job description

Company: Bon Secours Home Care and Hospice by Compassus Position Summary: The Home Health Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager. Position Specific Responsibilities: - Implements/follows the nursing care plan for each patient. - Provides nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned. - Initiates preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate. - Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and Registered Nurse Case Manager (RNCM) reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition. - Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home. - Evaluates with the Home Health RNCM the effectiveness of the LP/VN’s nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the RNCM. - Maintains accurate and complete records of observa...