Licensed Practical Nurse

1 month ago

Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time
Job Description

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursing
  • Current, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employment
  • CPR certified
  • Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • If IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised clinical
  • Reliable means of transportation

Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability

  • Provide nursing care as defined in the nurse practice act for an LPN/LVN and under the direction of a registered nurse
  • Client Assessment:
  • Contribute to assessment of client health status
  • Collect, report, and record objective/subjective client data
  • Observe client conditions or change in condition
  • Recognize and report changes in client condition to the case manager and physician as directed in a timely manner
  • Collect data and report signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status
  • Assist in identification of health care problems and in formulating list of client needs/problems
  • Contribute to setting realistic short and long-term goals for assigned clients
  • Plan of care:
  • Follow the plan of care developed by a registered nurse
  • Participate in development of written plan of care
  • Recognize, understand and respect cultural, spiritual, and religious beliefs, needs, and rights to choose
  • Assist in identification of measures to support human function and maintain hygiene and comfort
  • Maintain environment conducive to client well-being
  • Assist in assuring access to community resources
  • Participate in the identification of priorities
  • Participate in reviewing and revising the plan of care
  • Implementation of the plan of care:
  • Carry our functions taught in an approved LPN/LVN program
  • Assist client with ADL's, encouraging self-care
  • Provide direct care, comfort measures, emotional support to patients who have a stable or predictable condition
  • Provide care, interventions, and communicate response of the client under direct supervision
  • Assist with rehabilitative activities including range of motion, alignment, proper body mechanics, and others as allowed by state of practice
  • Provide an environment conducive to safety and health
  • Administer prescribed treatment and medications, except by intravenous route (except IV certified LPN/LVN per advanced preparation)
  • Perform selected IV therapy functions as delegated and supervised by an RN
  • Document prescribed interventions and responses
  • Assist and provide reinforcement with client/family/other teaching
  • Maintain safe and effective care/environment for clients and coworkers:
  • Consult/seek guidance from RN and others as indicated
  • Initiate standard emergency procedures until RN or physician is available
  • Apply principles of asepsis and infection prevention and control
  • Participate in the development, revision and implementation of policies and procedures
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to potentially unsafe situations
  • Demonstrate safe practice in the use of equipment
  • Make recommendations on improvement of safety
  • Evaluate client response to interventions:
  • Evaluate effectiveness of common treatments/tasks, document and communicate outcomes of care given
  • Assist with the collection of evaluation data
  • Contribute to modification of plan of care
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in providing client care
  • Communicate verbally and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record
  • Seek education/training or assistance with areas of concern
  • Perform job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards:
  • Accept responsibility for professional nursing role
  • Follow applicable state and federal laws and agency standards
  • Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
  • Refrain from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person
  • Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Performance Improvement Program and pertinent PI activities
  • Attend meetings and continuing education offerings as required
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Part time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursingCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employmentCPR certifiedDemonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsIf IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursingCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employmentCPR certifiedDemonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsIf IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursingCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employmentCPR certifiedDemonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsIf IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursingCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employmentCPR certifiedDemonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsIf IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, Kentucky, 42058, McCracken County, KY, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursingCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employmentCPR certifiedDemonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsIf IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised...

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Ledbetter, Kentucky, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of an accredited institution for professional nursing.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the applicable state(s).A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care environment or equivalent.Reliable transportation is required.Current CPR...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing. BSN preferredCurrent, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practiceMinimum of one (1) year experience as an RN in an acute care setting or equivalentReliable means of transportationCurrent CPR certificationStrong communication and interpersonal skills...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 months ago

    Ledbetter, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    QualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing. BSN preferredCurrent, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practiceMinimum of one (1) year experience as an RN in an acute care setting or equivalentReliable means of transportationCurrent CPR certificationStrong communication and interpersonal skills...

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Ledbetter, Kentucky, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team at Professional Case Management. This role is essential in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring optimal health outcomes for our clients.Qualifications Candidates must meet the following criteria: Graduate from an accredited nursing program....

  • Nursing Director

    2 days ago

    Ledbetter, Kentucky, United States Sevita Full time

    Nursing Director Job DescriptionSevita, a leading provider of home and community-based specialized healthcare, is seeking a skilled Nursing Director to lead our NeuroRestorative team.Job SummaryWe are looking for a dedicated and experienced Nursing Director to oversee the daily functions of our Nursing department. The successful candidate will have a strong...

  • Nursing Director

    4 days ago

    Ledbetter, United States Sevita Full time

    NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services...

  • Healthcare Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Ledbetter, Kentucky, United States UnitedHealthcare Full time

    About the RoleUnitedHealthcare is seeking a skilled Community Health Worker to join our team. As a Field Based Community Health Worker, you will play a critical role in assessing, planning, and implementing care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess...

  • Nursing Director

    4 days ago

    Ledbetter, KY, United States Sevita Full time

    NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Ledbetter, KY, United States Professional Case Management Full time

    Job DescriptionQualificationsGraduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing. BSN preferredCurrent, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practiceMinimum of one (1) year experience as an RN in an acute care setting or equivalentReliable means of transportationCurrent CPR certificationStrong communication and interpersonal...