Lpn Visit Nurse

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individuals educational preparation and nursing experience and for providing nursing services as ordered on a patient plan of care. Supervised by a Registered Nurse.

• Records all pertinent observations and treatment as per Agency Policy
• Provide for the emotional comfort, physical comfort and safety of the client(s) assigned
• Participates in case conferences, meetings and performance activities as assigned
• Complies with all State and Regulatory acts
• Conducts self in a professional manner at all times in all situations
• Responsible for visiting patients within the assigned timeframe
• Report any unusual or abnormal findings to RN Case Manager
• Administer medications and document therapeutic effects
• Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration)
• Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas
• Provide wound care per MD order
• Perform duties as a Licensed Practical Nurse asper Scope of Practice and Florida Law
• Must maintain a clear LPN licensure within the State of Florida

• Must be a graduate of any approved school of nursing and currently licensed in the State of Florida.
• Must have one-year current experience in accredited hospital or accredited nursing home within 1-2 years pervious to employment

Duties May Include:
Wound Care, Wound VAC, IV infusion (if you are IV certified), Diabetic Care, Colostomy Care.
* Must demonstrate competency prior to employment*