LPN, VNA of Cape Cod

Cape Cod Healthcare Barnstable, MA 02601, US

Purpose of Position: Under the direction of the Team Manager and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on individual patients within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.

Description

Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and MD.
Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure.
Evaluates and reassesses the identified problems, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
5dentifies ancillary services needed by patients and families and reports findings to RN.
Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the Team Leader, Office Nurse, RN and members of the inter-disciplinary team as needed.
Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
Records narrative documentation to reflect skilled care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.
All other duties as assigned.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
Current LPN license in MA.
CPR certification required.
Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility.

Schedule Details:

37.5 Hours Per Week, Monday–Friday, 8a–4p, Rotating Weekends and Holidays. Area: Hyannis to Falmouth. *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

Organization : Visiting Nurse Association

Primary Location : Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department : VNA-Hospice

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 28 - 35

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