Choice Health Care Position Description
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Reports to: Staff Coordinator/RN Case Manager
Education/Qualifications
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Current Ohio License and graduate of an approved LPN/LVN school of nursing
and certification of competence in medication administration via "NAPNE"
or comparable med listing.
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Minimum of one (1) year hospital experience and one (1) year home care
experience.
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Two (2) satisfactory references from past employers.
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Demonstration of satisfactory knowledge and competency for the delivery of
services, treatments, and teaching under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
General Description
Delivery of patient care as appropriate to provide services in accordance
with Agency policies under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according
to the plan of care derived from physician's orders and Registered Nurse
assessment. Nursing Care includes physical care, emotional support,
and patient and family education.
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Recognizes and reports symptoms that indicate changes in the condition of
the patient to the Case Manager.
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Provides nursing care and services that is in accordance with Agency patient
care and general medical policies.
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Assists the physician and/or Registered Nurse in the performance of specific
procedures require by the patient and at an appropriate level for the LPN.
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Adheres to strict aseptic technique when performing treatments requiring
its use.
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Provides patients with the knowledge and assistance to learn appropriate
self care techniques.
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Accurately records patient's condition in the Nurses notes.
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Observes, records and reports to the appropriate professional the symptoms,
reaction and changes including:
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General physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms
which may be indicative of untoward changes; and
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stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel,
and between patients and their families and visitors.
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Performs selected nursing procedures such as:
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Administration of medications and treatments prescribed by the physician:
and
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preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments administered
by the physician or the professional nurse.
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Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care
plan through being aware of and encouraging the interests and special aptitudes
of patients; encouraging patients to help themselves within their own
capabilities in performing activities of daily living; knowledge and application
of the principles of prevention of deformities, the normal range of motion,
body mechanics, and body alignment.
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Promotes cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions
of other persons involved in patient care and b y active participation in
team and staff conferences when appropriate.
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Administers medications and treatments that are assigned by the Registered
Nurse and/or Nursing Supervisor listed on the plan of care, and records these
with accuracy and completeness.
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Maintains the patient's equipment and room as necessary for patient care
and safety.
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Participates in staff inservice programs. (Must attend 12 hours annually).
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Participates in regular performance evaluations with Case Manager.
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Maintains a continuing knowledge of competencies related to the nursing
profession by participation in inservice and educational programs, conferences,
workshops and professional organizations.
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Understands human relationships between and among patients and personnel,
patients and families, families and personnel; recognizes and understands
cultural backgrounds and spiritual needs, respects the religious beliefs
of individual patients.
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Abides by administrative policies regarding nursing coverage and
responsibilities, scheduling availability, and provides support to the Nursing
Department as deemed appropriate.
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When necessary, works on additional projects within scope of knowledge, as
requested by Case Manager/Clinical Care Supervisor.
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