Provide direct nursing care to acutely or chronically ill patients in home settings document visits and coordinate care with healthcare teams.

Requisition Number: 1059373
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As the Home and Community Based Services Licensed Practical Nurse you will be providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health care team following all applicable infection control procedures
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable)
• Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process including timely reporting patients' needs and changes in condition attending patient case conference communicating effectively to the patient family physician other clinicians agency management staff and case coordinator community case managers (as applicable)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age race creed color sex disability or financial condition of the client

State Specific Requirements: (remove as applicable)

• LA:
  • Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions
  • 1+ years of experience working as an LPN

Preferred Qualifications:

• Home care experience
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently
• Good communication writing and organizational skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets education work experience certifications etc. In addition to your salary we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package incentive and recognition programs equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $32.12 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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