Per Diem PRN LPN Home Health Nurse at KPH Healthcare Services

Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

29.46

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Effective Communication, Time Management, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Patient Care, Documentation, Medication Administration, Infection Control, Client Teaching, Emergency Intervention, Safety Practices, Confidentiality, Quality Improvement, Professional Accountability, Monitoring, Reporting

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Overview Job Summary: Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization and Agency. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. The LPN/LVN delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Case Manager. Responsibilities Job Duties: Provides professional nursing care as defined in the nurse practice act and under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager. Follows the care plan established by the Registered Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and physician, as Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with Agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communicates verbally, as needed, and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration and monitoring, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe Demonstrates safe practice in the use of Makes recommendations on improvement of Seeks education/training or assistance with areas of concern Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community Accepts responsibility for professional nursing Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent Participates in coordination of home care services, attends meetings as required, and follows reporting Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Attendance Requirements: Must be available and on-time for scheduled work shifts Educational Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Credential/Licensure Required: Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state(s) of employment Current CPR certification Valid driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance coverage per Home Life’s policy. Experience Preferred: Minimum of one year of experience in an acute care setting or equivalent Physical Requirements: Primarily medium in nature with exerting up to 35 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, bend or otherwise move objects, involves sitting, walking, standing, driving, talking, hearing, reaching. Ability to work at a desk for up to eight hours per day. Involves prolonged phone Special Conditions of Employment: Drug test Initial and continuous exclusion and sanction/disciplinary monitoring Any and all additional eligibility requirements based on the specific position Job Skills Required: Communicates effectively with patients, families and other health care providers Manages time efficiently and Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job Maintains confidentiality of necessary Interfaces with patients, families, and staff to ensure customer Create positive image between co-workers. Promote positive inter-agency Instill confidence in staff members and build self-esteem through acceptance and recognition of Provide role modeling of teamwork, accountability and a positive Demonstrate and encourage appropriate problem-solving Compensation $26.67-29.46 per hour. The final offer will be determined after careful consideration of multiple factors such as relevant skills, years of experience, and education. KPH Healthcare Services, Inc. is a multistate organization and abides by all local, state, and federal regulations as it pertains to minimum wage requirements.

Responsibilities

The LPN provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and follows the established care plan. Responsibilities include skilled nursing visits, monitoring client conditions, and ensuring safety and compliance with agency policies.