LPN Home and Community - Home Health

apartment PeaceHealth location_onSpringfield, OR, US

$28.02 - $42.04 / HOUR

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an LPN Home and Community - Home Health for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.02 – $42.04. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of an RN, the LPN provides direct nursing care, within the scope of their license, to patients as directed by the physicians and other healthcare providers. Cooperative decision making is expected in the execution of duties.

Essential Functions

Implements and evaluates patient care under the supervision of an RN. Participates in the development of a patient-specific care plan.
Provides direct patient care in patient homes including administering medications and treatments as prescribed. Understands and applies knowledge in edema/lymphedema management, venipuncture, management of PICC lines, implanted ports, post-surgical drains, and pulmonary and abdominal drains.
Provides focused systems and wound assessment. Reports acute medical problems and condition changes to the case manager and/or attending physician, as directed.
Demonstrates proficiency in communicating effectively with individuals diagnosed with mental and behavioral disorders, and to operate efficiently in an independent home setting.
Documents patient care in health record according to department standards.
Delegates, prioritizes, requests and accepts guidance and assistance from others to assure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner
Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.
Assists in the transporting of patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and in the maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment to patient homes.
May triage patient phone calls, counsel patients, providing patient education, taking patient histories, administering prescribed medications, changing dressings, cleaning wounds and monitoring patient vital signs. Teaches the patient and caregivers about disease management, in accordance with the plan of care.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Accredited State Board of Nursing LPN Program Required:

Experience

Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Clinical experience as an LPN and
Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Credentials

Required: Upon Hire Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon or
Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support and
Required: Upon Hire Driver's License and proof of insurance

Skills

Basic computer skills required including familiarity with MS Office applications. (Preferred)
Must have cooperative working and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of patients, families and staff. (Preferred)
Able to communicate effectively with individuals diagnosed with mental and behavioral disorders, and to operate efficiently in an independent home setting. Must be well organized, detail oriented, flexible and able to function independently. (Preferred)
Proficient with IV’s. (Preferred)

Working Conditions

Lifting

Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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