licensed practical nurse
7 days ago
Definition and Role
Performs nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Observes, records and reports to supervising MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient's condition.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.
- Assists the MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.
- Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.
- Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.
- May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal Program
- Implements the nursing component of the patient's plan of care.
- Assists the MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient. (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA
- Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.
- Notifies MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient's living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.
- Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient's problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient's overall health status.
- May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure
- Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.: TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.
- May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are within the realm of practice for an LPN, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.
- Responsible for "all other duties assigned".
- Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company's EHR.
- Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.
- Travel may be required to various clinic locations and home program visits
- Nails are required to be trimmed and cleaned
- Acrylic nails are prohibited
- Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty
Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.
- Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.
- CPR/BLS required
- TB and Flu vaccination
Physical Requirements
- Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.
- Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.
- Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.
Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.
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