Hanover, Pennsylvania
License Practical Nurse Job Opening in Hanover, Pennsylvania - CLIENTS AVAILABLE IN DAUPHIN, YORK, CUMBERLAND, AND PERRY COUNTIES
Qualifications
Graduated from and accredited School of Practical Nursing/ Vocational Nursing
Must be licensed in the State as a LPN or LVN
One or more years in home health agency or in a hospital setting. Home Health experience preferred.
Must have criminal background check
Must have current CPR Certification
Duties
Provides skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Rn or DON
Performs selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative or preventative nursing care.
Is responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individual?s nursing experience and education preparation
Responsibilities
Assists the RN in carrying out the plan of care
Assists the RN in performing specialized procedures as directed by the RN under physician?s orders
Assists with the preparation, implementing and continuing evaluation of the client care plan
Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon clients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of clients
Helps teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques.
Fosters cooperative efforts among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in client care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.
Assumes responsibilities for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning
Prepares clinical and progress notes (not to include admission)
Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person patient symptoms, reactions, and changes including:
The general physical and mental condition of clients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes
Stresses in human relationships between the clients and staff personnel and between clients and their families and visitors
Observes, records and reports to the appropriate person the general physical and mental condition of clients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in condition
Assists with the rehabilitation of clients according to the medical care plan by encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of the client and encouraging clients to help themselves using their own capabilities.
Further assists in rehabilitation by reporting any abnormality in the client?s range of motion, body mechanics or body alignment
Actively participates in nursing organizations and promotes and participates in in-service programs.
Treatment and Procedures
The LPN/LVN with the education and proven clinical competence may perform certain provided the Home Health Agency?s policies and the State Regulatory Acts allow their performance. Only advance LPNs/LVNs with documented skill in performing these functions may:
Administer Medications
Hang I.V. premixed with medications
Hang hydrating fluids without medication
Start peripheral I.V.s
Flush peripheral lines with saline or heparin solutions
Inspect insertion sites change dressings, and remove peripheral V > needles and catheters
Calculate and adjust flow rates
Check blood with a RN
Job Conditions
The ability to communicate well, both verbally and written is required
The ability to access clients? homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required.
Hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client?s condition and to perform client care.
Physical activities will include, walking sitting stooping and standing and minimal to maximum lifting of clients and the turning of clients.
Equipment Operation
Utilization of calculator, multi-line telephone, copy machine, basic medical equipment.
Company Information
Has access to all client medical records, personnel records and client financial accounts which may be discussed with the DON.
Salary: $24-$28 per hour
Days, Evenings, Overnight
Full Time, Part Time
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Associate
Required experience:
Customer Service: 1 year
Required language:
English
Required license or certification:
LPN, RN, or LVN
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