Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Home Health (Northeast Houston) at Doctors Choice Home Care Hospice Texas

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Skilled Nursing Care, Patient Care, Collaboration, Assessment, Monitoring, Documentation, Communication, Customer Relations, EMR Systems, CPR Certification, Initiative, Independent Judgment, Interpersonal Skills, Transportation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Houston Branch - Houston, TX 77040 Position Type: Full Time Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nursing Summary of Essential Functions for the Position: Committed to Caring, A qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) administers one-on-one skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. The nurse collaborates with physicians, patients and their families, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other members of the patient care team to implement and follow a patient specific care and treatment plan in accordance with the physician orders and under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). The nurse will assess, monitor, document and report progress of patients’ health and condition using required clinical notes in the clinical technology within established timelines. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies. Qualifications Qualifications / Licensure / Certification / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state(s) of practice required. Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred. Two (2) years experience, home health preferred. Proficiency with EMR systems (e.g., WellSky/Kinnser). CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross required. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service May be required to be on call at least once per month Valid drivers license, automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation required Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency On-call may be required 100% travel required Requires a valid drivers license and automobile insurance. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing required. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Works in patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations. Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials. Coverage Area: Northeast Houston, TX Shift: Full-Time | Monday-Friday (08:30AM-05:00PM) Compensation: Pay Per-Visit (PPV) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Cell Phone Reimbursement Mileage Reimbursement or Company Vehicle Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

The LVN administers one-on-one skilled nursing care to patients in their homes and collaborates with the healthcare team to implement care plans. They are responsible for assessing, monitoring, documenting, and reporting patients' health progress.