LVN/LPN (Hallettsville, Shiner, Yoakum) PRN or FT
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Role Overview
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under
the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care,
providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet
positive patient care outcomes.
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Position Summary
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under
the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care,
providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet
positive patient care outcomes.
Patient Care
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to
diagnosis and plan of care
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for
other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical
Manager/Clinical Director.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Communication
Prepares clinical notes and updates the registered nurse when necessary.
Communicates effectively and works closely with the office is team in a professional manner and
ensures they are aware of any scheduling or patient difficulties
Informs manager and/or RN of any patient care concerns or issues.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- 1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- 2. Has three years nursing experience and, effective January 1, 1998, Shall have one year prior professional nursing
- experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical experience.
- 3. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
- 4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- 5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- 6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is
- in good working order.
- 7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- 1. Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
- 2. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills, nursing skills per
- competency checklist.
- 3. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and
- equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform
- required nursing skills
- Compliance:
- Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
- Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
- Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.
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