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MedCentris

<div>Definition and Role
Performs nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.
Job Responsibilities and Duties<ul><li>
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&rsquo;s condition.</li><li>
Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.</li><li>
Assists the MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.</li><li>
Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.
</li><li>Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.</li><li>
May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal Program</li><li>
Implements the nursing component of the patient&rsquo;s plan of care.</li><li>
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).
</li><li>Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.</li><li>
Notifies MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient&rsquo;s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.</li><li>
Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient&rsquo;s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient&rsquo;s overall health status.
</li><li>May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.
</li><li>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.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Responsible for &ldquo;all other duties assigned&rdquo;.</li><li>
Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company&rsquo;s EHR.
</li><li>Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.
</li><li>Travel may be required to various clinic locations and home program visits</li><li>
Nails are required to be trimmed and cleaned
</li><li>Acrylic nails are prohibited</li><li>
Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Graduate of accredited school of nursing.</li><li>
Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.</li><li>
Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.</li><li>
CPR/BLS required</li><li>
TB and Flu vaccination</li></ul>
Physical Requirements<ul><li>
Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
</li><li>Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.</li><li>
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.
</li><li>Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.
</li></ul>Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.</div>

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