Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Advantage Health Systems - San Diego Metropolitan Area,

Job Title: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Position: Home Health

Job Type: Full-Time

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Work Type: On-Site

Location

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City: San Diego Metropolitan Area

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Job Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as defined in California Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and prepares clinical notes.
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting identified needs for other disciplines to the registered nurse (RN) and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse (RN).
Participates in the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
Participates in the development and evaluation of the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative, and caregiver.
Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
Provides education and counseling for the patient, caregiver, and family.
Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners related to the current plan of care.
Participates in the organization’s quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) program.
Participates in organization-sponsored in-service training.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Good verbal and written communication
Organization skills

Preferred Skills

Experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical care

Requirements

Experience: Three years nursing experience, with one year prior professional nursing experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical experience.

Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.

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