Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Annapolis Maryland
Description: Gentiva Health Services, Inc. is at the momment seeking for Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse right now, this job will be placed in Maryland. More complete informations about this job opportunity please read the description below. I believe that a stronger team begins with me.
As a Home Health LPN , you will:
Provide professional nursing services under the direc! tion of a RN in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement, applicable healthcare standards, governmental laws and regulations, and Gentiva Health Services policies and procedures.
Provide skilled nursing interventions in the treatment of the patient/clients illness, rehabilitative needs and preventative care. Utilize a holistic approach in the provision of problem specific therapeutic interventions, teaching and training activities in accordance with the plan of care.
Apply knowledge and skills in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice to facilitate problem resolution and achieve individualized patient goals and outcomes.
Confer with the RN Supervisor regarding needed changes in the Plan of Treatment. Accept verbal orders from physician were permitted by state law/regulations/Nurse Practice Act and communicate these orders to the RN Supervisor.
Utilize a systematic,! individualized goal/outcome driven approach in implementing t! he nursing plan of care.
Maintain contact with patients, physicians, clinical manager(s), other members of the healthcare team in a timely manner regarding patient/family needs and status changes. Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning as appropriate.
Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature. Share information only when the recipient's right to access is clearly established and the sharing of such information is dearly in the best interests of the patient.
Appropriately communicate to ensure adherence to professional standards in the provision of and availability of supplies, materials and equipment needed to safely and effectively implement the plan of care.
Prepare, submit and maintain documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Visit/shift notes documented on day services are rendered.
Required Skills
Qual! ifications
Current and unrestricted LPN licensure
Minimum of one year nursing experience
Strong med surg, ICU, ER, acute experience
Home Health experience a plus
Current CPR certification
Good organizational and communication skills
Required Experience
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This job starts available on: Tue, 19 Nov 2013 09:07:57 GMT