Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Job Description
In-Home Services Provider
Provide in-home services to our patients.
Provides skilled nursing care ordered by the physician as indicated by the plan of care to all patients on caseload.
Review caseload with supervising RN on a regular basis as established by best practice and/or State guidelines.
Obtains necessary physician orders and collaborates with the physician as the patient's needs dictate.
Evaluates the significance of assessment findings and communicates pertinent information about the patient's clinical status and ongoing needs to others in a timely fashion.
Guarantees that changes in patients' clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members, necessary office staff, and physician as per Agency policy.
Educates patients, caregivers, families, and other staff as appropriate.
Performs aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/h...