Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Home Health

apartment Pathwell Health location_onWinchester, VA

Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

The LPN is responsible for assessing patient health problems and needs, implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining medical records. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor Complete evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication reviews Coordinate with physicians, therapists and other individuals in the client’s care plan Assess and chart observations of the client’s condition at each visit Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care Work collaboratively with all members of the health care team Provide education to clients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity Assess the needs of individuals, families, or communities, including assessment of individuals' home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) Associates degree required; Graduate of an accredited state approved, Bachelor’s Degree from school of nursing preferred Current and valid Virginia Licensed Practical Nurse license One year of LPN experience Current CPR certification (required) Driver’s License Car Insurance Car Registration Strong interpersonal skills that build personal rapport and establish trust with the client Computer literate Strong organizational skills Excellent written and communication skills Ability to meet physical demands of the job (ex: lifting 50 pounds for transfers) Home health care experience Bilingual (Spanish) preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Home Health

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- VRE Home Health (Full-Time)

Department HOME HEALTH - 207151 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Grade Job Description The home health nurse provides direct patient care in the patient's home environment as part of a multidisciplinary team including PT, OT, speech, social work and home health techs. The nurse will evaluate patients and use professional judgment to design the individualized plan of care which best meets the patient's needs. The nurse will provide direct, one-on-one patient care, and will also supervise care provided by aides. The home health agency relies heavily on technology; email is a primary means of communication and the nurse will use a laptop to complete documentation in an electronic record. The patient population varies widely across the spectrums of acuity, age, and diagnosis. The nurse works under the direction of a clinical team manager. Employment begins with a 6-10 week orientation with a seasoned preceptor to ensure that the clinician is well prepared when they begin treating on their own. Additional job duties include performance improvement opportunities, policy and procedure review and development, research, etc. Working in home health provides endless variety of setting, scenery, and clinical challenges, and provides a unique opportunity to enter and work within the real life environments of our patients, bringing meaningful change to their daily lives. Experience Previous home health experience preferred, but not required. Must meet all requirements of an LPN I ladder to advance to LPN II. Certification & Licensures LPN Nursing License required * BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required ** Current driver's license and reliable transportation * Must be licensed or eligible in the State of West Virginia. Licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia may be required depending on geographical area assigned. ** New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation Qualifications Knowledgeable in the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological stages of human growth and development Must be capable to assist the RN in the physical, psychological, and social age-appropriate assessment, care, and treatment of assigned patients Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital and home health Must have ability to transfer computer data FLSA Classification Non-exempt Physical Demands 20 A Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Patient Care Tech. Benefits At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .

Home Health

Part-time

Licensed Practical Nurse II- VRE Home Health (Part-Time)

Department HOME HEALTH - 207151 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Grade Job Description The home health nurse provides direct patient care in the patient's home environment as part of a multidisciplinary team including RN, PT, OT, speech, social work and home health techs. The nurse will assess patients and follow the individualized plan of care which best meets the patient's needs established by the RN . The nurse will provide direct, one-on-one patient care, and will also communicate changes in status to the RN Case Manager. The home health agency relies heavily on technology; email is a primary means of communication and the nurse will use a laptop to complete documentation in an electronic record. The patient population varies widely across the spectrums of acuity, age, and diagnosis. The nurse works under the direction of a clinical team manager. Employment begins with a 6-10 week orientation with a seasoned preceptor to ensure that the clinician is well prepared when they begin treating on their own. Additional job duties include performance improvement opportunities, policy and procedure review and development, research, etc. Working in home health provides endless variety of setting, scenery, and clinical challenges, and provides a unique opportunity to enter and work within the real life environments of our patients, bringing meaningful change to their daily lives. Temperament: This position requires a person with a positive attitude, who is pleasant and cooperative, displaying a professional demeanor with patients, families' physicians and fellow employees. This position requires the ability to remain productive under stress. Demonstrates VALUES behavior in all interactions. Education Associates Nursing either LPN associate degree or certificate diploma required Certification & Licensures LPN License required * BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required ** Relevant Specialty Certification preferred * Based on primary state of residency and in accordance with current Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations, must be licensed or eligible to practice pending licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or West Virginia (as applicable depending on geographical area) with either a: Multi-state license, under the Nurse Licensure Compact. ** New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation Qualifications • Competent to provide care based on the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological stages of human growth and development • Competent to provide care using the nursing process • Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital FLSA Classification Non-exempt Physical Demands 20 A Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Patient Care Tech. Benefits At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .

Discharge Planner LPN - Full Time

Department NURSE CASE MANAGERS - 208415 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Grade 5N5 Job Description The LPN Case Manager will assist the RN Case Managers in their daily role and processes to organize and facilitate thorough discharge plans for the patients. The LPN Case Manager will be responsible for completing any clinical assessment for patients requiring post-acute services under State Medicaid programs including, but not limited to, Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. The LPN Case Manager will be responsible for completing pre-screens, admissions, and insurance authorizations for Valley Health’s skilled nursing facility and transitional care beds. Extra duties include, but are not limited: Assisting Case Management staff with completion of Level 2 (MIMR) assessment. Interviewing patients, family members, and/or caretakers as needed to complete assessments. Maintaining open communication with care management team regarding approval/denial of clinical assessments. Maintaining proficiency in electronic submission programs and awareness of current policies/trends related to clinical assessments for Medicaid services. Assists with the arrangement and follow-up with community resources. LPN Case Manager will assist in providing a seamless transition utilizing the entire continuum of care and helping to facilitate patients movement to the next level of care. Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required Experience Two years bedside experience required Certification & Licensure Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia required BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved is required. * New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Qualifications Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply based on the age of the patient served. Benefits At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .

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