Home Health LPN Montgomery, AL

Home Health LPN (Pro Health Home Health and Hospice) – Montgomery, AL

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A qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. Services are provided in accordance with physician orders and a plan of care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, following Agency policies.

• Graduate of a state‑approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) where practicing.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience (preferred).
• Acceptance of the agency’s philosophy and goals.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

• Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
• Implements nursing care plans for each patient.
• Provides nursing services, treatments, diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned.
• Initiates preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Observes signs and symptoms, reports to physician and RN about treatment reactions, including drug and changes in patient’s physical or emotional condition.
• Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding nursing care needs and related problems at home.
• Evaluates with a registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPN’s nursing service to the patient and family under RN guidance.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments and care.
• Participates in medical record audit as assigned.
• Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences and in‑services as scheduled.
• Takes on‑call duty, including nights, weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Submits any changes in schedule to the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor daily.
• Participates in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other health team members (e.g., physical therapist, speech/language pathologist).
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Assists the physician and RN in performing specialized procedures.
• Prepares equipment and materials for treatments.
• Observes aseptic technique as required.
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self‑care techniques.

Works indoors in the agency office and at patient homes, traveling to and from patient homes as needed.

Supervised by:
Director of Clinical Services, Nursing Supervisor, and Registered Nurses.

High risk.

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: participate in physical activity; work for extended periods while standing and engaging in physical activity; perform heavy lifting; do extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis.