Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Home Health-Full Time

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to provide patient care responsibilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.

• Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, not to include initial shift assessments in the patient’s home.
• Notify supervising RN of any change in patient condition in the course of providing delegated interventions at the time the change in patient condition is noted.
• Provide reinforcement to the education given to the patient, family, and/or significant other, to include discharge instructions.
• May not provide initial patient education.
• Administer medications as approved per MWHC policy and provide treatment interventions within the scope of practice as defined within the facility LPN CBOT as delegated by the supervising RN.
• Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care provided.
• Collaborate with the RN in implementation, evaluation and modification of patient care plan based on collected data.
• Collaborate with the health care team to participate in coordination of services and contribute to the continuous Performance Improvement process.
• Maintain own Competency Notebook. Participates in educational programs and clinical experience to further enhance their nursing practice.
• Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care.
• Follow policies and procedures of the specific unit and the Department of Nursing and supports the hospital and department mission, goals and objectives.
• Maintain ongoing requirements for education and licensure.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• LPN license in the State of Virginia.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Two years experience in nursing preferred.
• Must meet the physical qualifications of the job.
• Valid driver’s license and must meet MWHC Driver’s Suitability criteria.