Licensed Practical Nurse – Psych Visits PRN

• Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit
• Provide care according to RN delegation, physician orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines
• Incorporate patient care goals into nursing visits and document them in skilled nursing notes
• Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and other involved personnel
• Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician
• Implement patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
• Teach patients appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality care
• Suggest revisions to the Plan of Care and notify the RN Case Manager of identified care issues
• Provide substantial and specialized nursing services under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles
• Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner
• Implement actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits
• Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel
• Report to the Clinical Team Manager

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited certificate, diploma, or associate school of nursing
• Current state license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting; hospice experience preferred
• Home health environment experience preferred
• 50% travel required
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance
• Reliable transportation to perform job tasks

Demonstrates expertise in patient care delivery, including the ability to implement care plans, communicate effectively with healthcare teams, and educate patients on self-care techniques. Proficient in documenting care and medication regimens while ensuring patient safety and compliance with established standards.

• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Patient Care Delivery
• Clinical Documentation
• Patient Education
• Home Health Experience

• Patient Care
• Medication Management
• Plan of Care Verification
• Clinical Assessment
• Self-Care Techniques

• Effective Communication
• Collaboration
• Supportive Interaction

• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse

• Clinical Care Setting
• Home Health Environment
• Hospice Experience
• Patient Safety Plans
• Travel Requirements