LPN, Home Health - FT

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health

• Janesville, Wisconsin and Surrounding Area
• 40 hours/week Schedule
• Full-Time, Benefits Eligible

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

As an LPN for the Home Health team, the partner will perform nursing services that require the use of physical, social sciences and nursing skills in the care of the sick, the conservation of health and the prevention of disease in patients home. Responsible for the care of the patients assigned as directed by the registered nurse. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs skilled nursing care and treatments as ordered by the physician and directed by the registered nurse.
• Teaches basic principles of palliative and restorative care as well as chronic disease management for all age groups; adapting and applying information to the needs, interests and cultural patterns of the patient and family; guides patients and families towards self-help in the recognition of physical, emotional and environmental health problems. Teaches and validates patient and caregiver to assure safe delivery of care.
• Collects patient data. Using nursing processes, identifies and reports changes in condition to the registered nurse.
• Maintains required records and documentation; uses them appropriately for the care of patients and families. Documentation is submitted according to policy and orders are kept current.
• Assists with implementing a plan for continuity or care that involves the patient, caregiver, other health care team members and community resources.
• Organizes, prioritizes and plans daily patient assignments effectively.
• Demonstrates proper use of PPP, hand washing and bag technique to promote infection control and safety. Demonstrates understanding of safety in the community and work environment.
• Assumes accountability for assigned equipment (both medical and computer equipment).
• Participates in quality improvement activities. Attends appropriate continuing education in-services regularly and maintains professional competencies set by department yearly.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR

Wisconsin: Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.

Illinois: Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.

A minimum one year relevant experience preferred.

Certification and Licensure

Current Illinois or Wisconsin licensure by the IL Depart of Professional Regulation (IDPR) and/ or Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services required

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire

For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:

Maintain a valid driver's license.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

For those driving their personal vehicles:

Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to: 

· Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

· Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

· Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.

· Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.

· Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.

· Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.