LVN Field Nurse

Full Job Description
iServe Healthcare

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to RN

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS: High

JOB SUMMARY

A Licensed Vocational Nurse provides practical nursing skills within the scope of nursing practice standards in collaboration with RN case managers/supervisors, teaches and educates clients and their families according to the established professional plan of care. Licensed Practical nursing is performed under the supervision of the assigned RN’s, Administrator, and Supervising Nurse.

Agency to provide milage reimbursement for travels

QUALIFICATIONS

• A graduate of an approved LVN nursing school
• An active license to practice professional practical/vocational nursing in Texas.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a LVN, preferably in a home care setting
• Will have a criminal background check and any other required checks.
• Will have current CPR certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Home visits for patient care
• Maintains the nursing frequency established by the supervising RN.
• Follows the plan of care established by the supervising RN.
• Reporting to the RN.
• Prepares equipment & materials for treatments observing aseptic techniques as required.
• Performs home safety check and environmental check of the client’s home environment on all visits. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe condition to the supervising RN.
• Performs nursing visit and documents accordingly.
• Reviews and follows the supervising RN’s plan of care, communicating frequently with the supervising RN on any suggested changes necessary.
• Collaborates with the supervising RN on a weekly (or more frequent basis) to benchmark toward the established outcome goals.
• Reviews the client’s ADL and iADL abilities.
• Teaching clients & family self-care techniques.
• Communicates any suggested changes to the supervising RN.
• Reinforces the HHA plan of care when HHA services are ordered.
• Effectively communicates with client/family the POC and progression of such. Keeps the client informed ongoing.
• Effectively communicates with other disciplines in the case (actively participates in case conferencing) to effectively and appropriately problem solve as situations arise.
• Communicates effectively with the supervising RN, scheduled visits planned and changes to the schedule on a weekly basis. Caseload is self-scheduled but communication of the clinician’s schedule to the nursing supervisor is essential.
• Communicates in case conferencing sessions. Effectively functioning as an involved team member to collaborate on best practices for the individual client’s needs.
• Submits accurate, complete paperwork at the end of every week so that all medical records are intact and up to date. Uses the drop box if the office is already closed for the weekend.
• Notifies the supervising RN with requests for re-authorization of “more visits needed” prior to third party insurers authorized number of visits expiring.
• Suggests Community Services that may be available to the client to assist in safe home care needs.
• Participates in the Performance Improvement Committee process as requested.
• Participates in staff meetings. Adjusts visits on the staff meeting day to accommodate this function.
• Participates in the growth of the office by being a willing preceptor for newly hired, same discipline employees.
• Maintains LVN licensure and actively seeks out educational experiences to enhance the practice of home care nursing for her/him and the benefit of the clients serviced.
• Notifies the Agency of emergencies, sickness, and other imminent occurrences that may affect the client caseload as quickly as possible relative to the event’s occurrence.
• Submits written time requests 2 weeks or more in advance of planned time off.
• Other duties as assigned.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED

• Possible transfer/lifting devices, medical supplies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoors, performing client care assessment/tasks in the client’s residence
• Travel to client residences/meetings; will require transportation to get to various work sites
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases

FUNCTIONAL ABILITIES

• Able to access client’s homes that may not be handicap accessible.
• Able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively in English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

On a daily basis: walking, standing, sitting, reaching, use of telephone, use of computers & other office equipment, lifting/transferring 150 lbs or greater, bending, stooping, climbing stairs.

• When duties/responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and
• subject to changes of business necessity.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Physical Setting:

• Outpatient

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alvarado, TX 76009: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location