JOB SUMMARY:
A Licensed Practical Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor. An LPN performs selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative or preventative nursing care and is responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individual's nursing experience and educational preparation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
- Must be licensed in New Jersey as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- A minimum of one-year experience in home health services or hospital setting. Home health services experience preferred
- Must have a criminal background check
- Must have current CPR certification
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 patient care plan
4. Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients
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 patient 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 including:
a. The general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes
b. Stresses in human relationships between the patients and staff personnel and between patients and their families and visitors
10. Observes, records and reports to the appropriate person the general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in condition
11. Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan by encouraging the
interests and special aptitudes of the patient and encouraging patients to help themselves using
their own capabilities
12. Further assists in rehabilitation by reporting any abnormality in the patient’s range of motion, body mechanics or body alignment.
13. Actively participates in nursing organizations and promotes and participates in in-service
programs
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
1. Supervised by: Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor
RISK EXPOSURE:
High risk
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:
- Ability to participate in physical activity.
- Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
- Heavy lifting.
- Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.
I have read the above job description and fully understand the conditions set forth therein, and if employed as Licensed Nurse Practitioner, I will perform these duties to the best of my knowledge and ability.