LPN Assessment Nurse Polk

JOB PURPOSE

Conducting initial assessments and reassessments for members/clients for the elderly and disabled waiver program.

• Must be computer literate and have the ability to learn new programs.
• Must be able to complete tasks in compliance with timelines created by the Department of Community Health (DCH).
• Must be able to communicate with translators for our non‑English‑speaking clients/members.
• Keeps the supervisor informed of daily activities and issues.
• Demonstrates the ability to get along with co‑workers and maintain effective relationships with management staff and the general public.
• Carries out all duties with a “Commitment to Caring” and in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
• Follows all company policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation requirements.
• Reports any violations to the appropriate supervisor and/or compliance department.
• Demonstrates timely and regular attendance.
• Maintains client/member and company information confidentiality at all times, and demonstrates compliance with the company’sască Code of Conduct and integrity at all times.
• Responsible for assisting with the implementation of the waiver program guidelines and client/member goals, working with the Medical Director and Home First team.
• Visits clients/members in their residence to provide care or services according to rules and regulations for the elderly and disabled waiver program guidelines.
• Is able to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing a specific or current risk of substantial harm to the health and safety of self and others.
• Is able to respond to change productively and handle additional projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility daily to meet the needs of the agency’s patients/members.
• Assesses the health status of assigned clients/members according to the agency’s policies and procedures and scope of practice guidelines.
• Meets agency productivity requirements and utilizes time and resources effectively.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrator.
• Participates in the agency in‑service education program.

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved license practical nurse (LPN) program.

Minimum of two (2) years practical nursing experience is required. Experience working with elders and disabled populations is required.