We are a home health agency located in Cridersville, OH. We are looking for LPNs to help cover our ever growing patient base in the Lima and Wapakoneta areas. The LPN would help with skilled nursing visits, and also have the option for PDN visits, if desired.
WE ARE OFFERING A $1,500 retention bonus.**
Responsibilities:
1. Assists the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care
2. Assists the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders
3. Assists with the preparation, implementation and continuing evaluation of the client care plan
4. Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon clients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of clients
5. Helps teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques
6. Fosters cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in client care and by active participation in team and staff conferences
7. Assumes responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning
8. Prepares clinical and progress notes (not to include admission)
9. Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person patient symptoms, reactions and changes
10. Observes, records and reports to the appropriate person the general physical and mental condition of clients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in condition
11. Assists with the rehabilitation of clients according to the medical care plan by encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of the client and encouraging clients to help themselves using their own capabilities
Qualifications:
1. Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
2. Must be licensed in the State as a Licensed Practical Nurse
3. Must have a valid driver's license
4. Reliable transportation is a must
**Tiered based on employment status.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Work Location: On the road
