LPN Home Health Part Time Clearwater

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.

This is a part time position that will be seeing patients in the Clearwater, Largo, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs areas.

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 observation, treatments, and care of patients.
• Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences, and in-services as scheduled.
• Is responsible for submitting any changes in schedule to the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Supervisor on a daily basis; participating in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team, such as physical and speech therapists.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes and submits them within 24 hours of visit.
• Assists the physician and Home Health RNCM in performing specialized procedures.
• Observes aseptic techniques as required.
• Reports all grievances and complaints made by patients or families to the appropriate persons.
• Reports all allegations of patient abuse and/or misappropriation of patient's property as appropriate.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Provides documentation of patient's visit on the clinical record accurately, timely, and appropriately per agency policies.
• Develops treatment appropriate to patients’ disease progression in conjunction with the Home Health RNCM.
• Interfaces with patients, families, and staff to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Certificate of an accredited program of Practical or Vocational Nursing as approved by the state required.
• Two (2) years of experience as an LPN in a clinical care setting preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing, preferably in , home health care preferred.

• Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
• Active and unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state(s) of employment required.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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