Home Health LPN Visit Nurse

The Licensed Practical Nurse furnishes comprehensive client care as assigned by the Case Manager in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, the basic principles of the professional nurse and the company's policies and procedures. The LPN performs functions which require substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological and social sciences and must be able to make nursing judgements accordingly. The Licensed Practical Nurse reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor. This is a full time position, Monday - Friday with an on-call rotation. This position will require you to travel to client's homes to provide 1:1 client care that may take 1-3 hours per client. This position reports to the Buffalo, MN office and provides services in Wayzata and surrounding cities.

Responsibilities

Plans, provides and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures and consults with the Case Manager regarding any changes in the care plan; Recognizes and interprets symptoms and institutes remedial measures within the legal limits of Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Minnesota and reports significant changes in client's condition to the Case Manager immediately; Documents observations and teachings completely, accurately, legibly and concisely; Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and delegated by the Case Manager; Initiates rehabilitative nursing procedure techniques as appropriate; Exercises professional judgement in adapting nursing measures to changing needs; Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team; Participates in scheduled client conferences as requested; Maintains accurate clinical record, preparing clinical and progress notes with timely record keeping; Assists client in arranging medical appointments and contacts with appropriate community resources as directed by the Case Manager; Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports to the office any accidents, injuries or any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation; Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by participating in continuing education, in-service programs, orientation and personnel evaluations; Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees; Promotes a positive client and employee service image; Adapts to the family diversity and home environment; Exercises judgement in accepting assignments and performs other duties as assigned; Participates in the after-hours on-call process to ensure client care and staffing issues are resolved

Requirements

Currently licensed as an L.P.N. in the state of Minnesota, with a license that has not been revoked or suspended and is without limitations or restrictions; At least one (1) year experience in a health care setting; Demonstrates ability to make appropriate nursing judgements; Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills; Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray; Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation to travel to multiple company business stops a day; A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business; U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit; Disclosure of any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to any crime related to the provision of health services; Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings, including those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals and Entities

Nice to have

Acute hospital or home care experience preferred; Current CPR certification highly recommended

Benefits

Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement; Paid Time Off; Recognition Program; Employee Referral Program; Mobile provider discounts; Medical, Vision, Life, and Pet insurance; 401k 100% vested; Tuition Reimbursement; Paid Holidays