Purpose of Position:
Under the direction of the Clinical Manager/ RN Supervisor and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on individual patients within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.
Description:
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Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and physician.
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Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
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Adheres to daily patient assignments as directed by the Clinical Manager/RN Supervisor providing personal care, observation, procedures, and medication administration.
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Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure.
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Assess, evaluates and reassesses the identified issues/symptoms patients are exhibiting, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
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Meets the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly.
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Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the RN/Clinical Manager and members of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
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Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
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Records documentation to reflect patient care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.
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Knowledgeable about and adheres to the VNA compliance plan, policies and procedures.
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Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
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All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
- Current LPN license in MA.
- CPR certification required.
- Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility.
- Homecare and computer skills preferred.
Schedule Details:
Per Diem Hours, McCarthy Care Center – Monday–Friday Shifts 7a–3p, 3p–11p, or 11p–7a; Weekend 12-Hour Shifts 7a–7p;7p-7a, Occasional Weekends and Holidays
Organization: Visiting Nurse Association
Primary Location: Massachusetts-East Sandwich
Department: VNA-Hospice
Annual/Hourly: Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: $28 - $35
