LVN (Home Health), Full-Time

Summary

Performs procedures which require specialized training for general nursing care and related services for assigned patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Doctor (MD), in accordance with established policy. Participates in the planning for and provision of patient care. Uses knowledge of asepsis in performance of treatments, such as sterile dressings, irritations and cauterizations. Provides functional direction to ancillary personnel. On call duties will be assigned based on location and agency operational needs. If assigned by agency leadership, incumbent is required to perform on call duties.

Job

Requirements

Education and Work

Experience

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related

experience

Preferred

Licenses/

Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Arrhythmia

certification

Preferred Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Preferred

Essential Functions

Provides care for assigned patients, under the supervision of an Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standard and nursing process. Performs routine visits based on departmental specific policy and procedures. Assists in the development of a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care on each patient.

Implements and coordinates plan of care utilizing appropriate organizational skills and reporting mechanisms. Implements individual teaching plans, including Patient Teaching Protocols and discharge Plans, based on mutual goal setting and with emphasis on patient decision making. Performs assigned clinical procedures (i.e. phlebotomy, injections, drug screens, etc.) Administers medications.

Orders/restocks supplies as assigned, according to established par levels. Maintains neatness/cleanliness in assigned areas. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational

Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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