Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

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** agency**: alternate solutions home health of columbus
** schedule**: monday - friday, 8:15am - 5:00pm
** summary
* * the licensed practical nurse (lpn) i provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician by following the order sets created by the rncm. The lpn i educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The lpn i is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The lpn i is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.
** key responsibilities
*** provides skilled nursing care in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physician
* performs care by following order sets and goals made by rn
* observes and monitors patient conditions
* notifies rncm of any changes in patient condition
* administers medication as prescribed by the physician
* counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage
* incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
* helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
* listens to patient and family members
* completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and medicare/federal guidelines
* documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
* maintains active lpn license in state of employment
* communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
* participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
* attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
* maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
* understands and practices agency policies and procedures
* drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
* daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
* documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visit to meet medicare guidelines. Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
* knowledgeable with providing skilled care within the scope of practice for a licensed practical nurse.
* fulfills lpn visits in assigned geographic location per patient need within federal and state specifications.
* other duties as assigned.
** qualifications
* ** minimum of one year of experience as a lpn in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred. Home care experience is desired.
* ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
* ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
* knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
* ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
* ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
* detail-oriented and observant.
* disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
* ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
* valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.
** education and credentials
*** licensed practical nurse with current license in the state of employment
** physical demands
** the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
** knowledge
* * reading, speaking, writing english - constantly 66%-100% communications skills -…