Job Description
The LVN is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, reporting changes in a patient’s condition to the Case Manager and practitioner, and working collaboratively with the members of the team in order to meet optimal patient care outcomes.
Professional Duties
Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from physician’s orders and Registered Nursing Assessment. Nursing care includes physical care, emotional support and patient/family teaching.
Recognizes, reports and documents symptoms that indicate changes in patient condition to the Case Manager or Clinical Manager.
Follows the plan of care as initiated by the Registered Nurse and/or practitioner which establishes patient goals and incorporates therapeutic, preventative and rehabilitative nursing actions and initiates as appropriate.
Assures accurate data collection is performed and documented each visit for every patient while following the patient's plan of care.
Provides direct care to patient with problematic catheters, wound care, etc. Reports any need, change or concerns to the Case Manager, Clinical Manager or Certified Wound Care Specialist as appropriate.
Provides health care teaching to patient and/or caregiver (this includes self-care techniques) as appropriate per plan of care. Education will utilize terms and teaching methods that are customized to the learning needs of the patient and/or caregiver.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care; This may include preparing clinical and progress notes as appropriate. Documentation will be completed prior to the end of the scheduled shift.
Maintains a continuing knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participation in inservice and educational programs.
When necessary participates in performance improvement projects within scope of knowledge, as requested by Clinical Manager or Director of Patient Care Services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Serve as an ambassador for Desert Oasis Healthcare and Family Hospice Care at all times and positively shape the customer experience
Be sensitive to factors that influence customers and co-worker’s situation including age, gender, culture, race and socioeconomic status. Be observant of others’ social cues (emotions) and respond appropriately
Summarize key information and provide written materials whenever possible
Qualifications
Current California LVN License required.
One year of prior professional nursing experience required.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to manage time and stay organized. Excellent observation, verbal, and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, nursing skills.
Good communication skills, detail oriented, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills.
BLS required within 60 days for hire.
Must have own vehicle as position requires travel.
Current valid California Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance.
Physical Demands
Sitting: Approximately 25% of day
Standing: Approximately 50% of day
Walking: Approximately 25% of day
Lifting: 0 - 50 lbs (charts, supplies, patients) - approximately 25% of day
Bending: Frequently-approximately 50%
Hearing/Visual Acuity: Adequate for use with computers, telephone and or Blackberry -
Approx 50% of day
Computer: Highly technical work environment - Must be able to work ≥ 6 hours / day using keyboard, mouse and monitor
Reaching: Above head 75 degrees - approximately 10%
Hand grip dexterity: Frequency-approximately 60%
