Purpose of Position:
Under the direction of the Team Manager 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:
Sign-On Bonus Eligible!
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Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and MD.
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Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
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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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Evaluates and reassesses the identified problems, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
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5dentifies ancillary services needed by patients and families and reports findings to RN.
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Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the Team Leader, Office Nurse, RN and members of the inter-disciplinary team as needed.
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Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
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Records narrative documentation to reflect skilled care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.
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All other duties as assigned.
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.
Qualifications:
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Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
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Current LPN license in MA.
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CPR certification required.
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Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility.
Schedule Details:
37.5 Hours Per Week, Monday–Friday, 8a–4p, Rotating Weekends and Holidays. Area: Hyannis to Falmouth. *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*
Organization: Visiting Nurse Association
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Hyannis
Department: VNA-Hospice
Annual/Hourly: Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: $28 - $35
