Our client is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will be responsible for providing compassionate and personalized care to clients needing assistance with daily living activities ensuring their comfort safety and well-being. Working under the supervisor of the RN assigned to the case Clinical Director or Director of Operations you will support clients by assessing their functional status in the areas of social mental and physical health economics and activities of daily living. Services provided will align with the Plan of Care established at the initial assessment of the patient and at any time if you identify a change in status or problems within the home this needs to be reported to the Director of Operations Clinical Director and if needed reported to the patients Case Manager and Primary Care Physician.
Educational and Professional :
- Certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited school of nursing;
- Valid License as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Hampshire
- One (1) year of Medical / Surgical experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Home Health experience preferred but not required.
- Current CPR certification.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel from place to place.
Knowledge and Abilities :
Excellent oral written and reading communication skillsResourcefulness flexibility and integrityAbility to work independentlyProficient in taking vital signsAbility to make meaningful observations and document these findingsRespectful of people and their cultural religious and ethnic differencesAble to work effectively with people and function as part of a teamAbility to organize and prioritize work within caseload to meet patient / family / MD / Payor needs and required documentation within required time linesResponsibilities :
Provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or another assigned supervisor.Collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and / or provider in patient assessment and care planning.Participates as a member of the health care team.Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.Tools / Equipment :
Hoyer Lift Glucose monitors or meters - Glucometers
Gait Belt Therapeutic ice packs or pillows Ice caps; Ice collars
Sharps disposal Walker
Wheelchair Cane
Tub seat Transfer / slide board
Physical Demands :
Lifting carrying pushing or pulling up to 50 poundsPatient transfers with no assistance for direct patient careStanding walking stair climbing stooping kneeling and crouching while administering patient care in the homeReaching and handlingAdequate eyesight for reading writing driving and performing tasksAptitudes :
Have the ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Read and write documentation in patient record. Work with the hands and fingers to manipulate large and small objects.
Guardian Home Care of NH LLCs Dedication :
We are committed to embodying the essence of exceptional care and hospitality ensuring that both our staff and clients experience the utmost respect and attention to detail in every interaction. This entails :
Cultivating enduring relationships built on mutual respectEstablishing trust with our clients through exemplary conductCreating an environment where clients feel embraced and valuedDelivering unparalleled service qualityInteracting with every client in a manner that honors their dignity and worthGiving priority to communication initiated by any Guardian Home Care of NH LLC team member seeking assistance for a client.Key Skills
Bidding,Apps,Benefits,Corporate Recruitment,Android Development
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1