Licensed Practical Nurse- LTSR

Licensed Practical Nurse- LTSR

Butler, PA 16001

Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time

Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Tuition Discounts
• Career Advancement

THE CARE CENTER, INC.

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions
-LTSR

Butler, PA Location

$7,000.00 Employment Bonus Eligibility Over 2 years

Overall Function:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing and is licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care in the home under the direction of a Registered Nurse, within the parameters established by State and Federal Regulatory Agencies and the Policies.

Essential Functions:

• Reports changes in the patient's condition to the primary nurse and appropriate supervisor.
• Monitor the patient's progress and environment on an ongoing basis and complete and submit reports and recommendations of monitoring.
• Completes all required documentation, including clinical, statistical, interdisciplinary communications, patient care documentation, and other medical information, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences, communications, and documents all contacts with other service providers noted in the patient's clinical record.
• Always maintains patient confidentiality.
• Participates in client or community education/informational programs and events, as required.
• Maintains contact and serves as a patient advocate with appropriate medical professionals, as required by the patient's needs and treatment.
• Performs other related duties as may be necessary or required to ensure patient safety, quality treatment, and successful operation of the program.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program.
• Current and Valid LPN licensure to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Previous home health care experience preferred.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
• Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information effectively, and follow instructions.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

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