Homecare Nurse - South Charlotte Area

Under limited supervision, the licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing processes of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, and any standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations that govern any facility the LPN/LVN/RN is working at.

Provides skilled nursing as ordered on the plan of treatment and nursing care plan. New problems, changes, and/or resolution of problems are identified and followed through as follows:
Documentation of same on clinical notes, supplemental physical orders and nursing care plan. Skilled observations and significant changes in patient status are communicated to the Director of Clinical Services and/or Clinical Manager. Requests for modification of orders or additional orders are made based on the patient’s clinical status and skilled nursing judgment. Participation in Agency’s other mandated activities as requested by Agency Director, such as in-services.

MGA policies, procedures and Handbook are adhered to. Reports on time and as scheduled in order to complete work within designated time.

• Hold a valid/unencumbered verification/license to practice the job as described in the state where services are provided.
• Reliable transportation.
• Provide a copy of current TB results or Chest x-ray.
• Provide a copy of CPR certification as per agency policy.
• Be flexible, organized and have the ability to exercise independent and sound judgment to perform the job duties/responsibilities.

• Ability to regularly sit, stand, stop, bend, kneel, walk, balance, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms, and perform other physical activities as deemed necessary by job duties.
• Vision and Hearing capabilities within normal limits, with or without aid.
• Ability to frequently lift and or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift or move 100 pounds or more if applicable.
• Ability to perform the anticipated level of physical assistance required to provide safe client care. If the anticipated level of assistance exceeds what the employee can safely provide, the supervisor is to be notified immediately.

My Signature acknowledges that I have read this job description, and I am able to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position. I understand that the company may alter this document at any time of my employment.

EEO Statement: MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Meaningful Relationships Built with CareTHE MGA HOMECARE APPROACH We continually strive to provide quality homecare that is tailored to your individual medical circumstances. That's why our qualified staff of Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Health Aide (LHA), Attendant Care, Home Health Aide (HHA), and Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA), Physical Therapists (PT), Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) are given the training and resources they need to handle every home healthcare situation with professionalism and care.

We strive to create a truly special experience for you and your loved one. To do so, we emphasize developing unique bonds between the patient and healthcare professional. Our Nurses, Therapists, and Caregivers are highly skilled, responsible, and willing to go the extra mile to establish trust and build meaningful relationships. We want you to feel like you are facing your medical challenges with a personal, caring partner right by your side.

Home healthcare jobs are not just about nursing and therapy. They are about becoming an integral part of the family day after day and helping those who need it most.