POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides nursing services in the patient’s home in accordance with agency standards and applicable laws and regulations. Ensures that patients receive the highest possible quality of care.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

· Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing, currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia

· One to two (1-2) years of experience in home health care or related health care field. Car with required proof of insurance coverage and a Virginia Driver’s license

· Knowledge of all types of home health equipment utilized by patients as well as forms and paperwork necessary for documentation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.

· Able to bend and stand an average of 6 hours per day.

· Lift up to 50-7 5pounds.

· Able to write up to 3 hours per day.

· Able to work in a stressful environment.

· Able to drive 50-100 miles per day.

· Able to assess and communicate with ill patients, co-workers, and general public.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE:

· Clinical (Direct Patient Care)

· Administration

· Education

DUTIES:

· Ensures quality and safe delivery of home health care services.

· Implements current nursing practice.

· Fulfills additional performance responsibilities as assigned and as necessary.

· Promotes effective written/verbal communication.

· Gives accurate information to clients and client families regarding costs for home health care services.

· Provides information regarding equipment and supply needs of the home health care agency.

· Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.

· Participates in salary programs following approved home health care agency policies and procedures.

· Compiles home health agency policies and procedures.

· Promotes and maintains an agency environment that is in compliance with federal state, and local regulatory agencies

· Promotes education for home health care staff members.

· Promotes education for clients, client families, and the community.

· Participates in personal professional growth and development.

· Completes all required documentation in accordance with the standards of the agency, and regulatory requirements.

· Works effectively with the medical staff, other members of the health care team and administrative personnel. Maintains a cooperative working relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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