JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
II. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
III. JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain
a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.
IV. WORKING ENVIRONMENT (check all that apply)
Blood & Bodily Fluids Latex Odors, Chemicals
Disease Hazardous Drugs Other:
TB (to require mask) Mechanical/Electrical Other:
V. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Please complete based on a normal day’s work. Employees are asked to sign a statement indicating whether they can perform the essential functions of their position. Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis.
Classification Max Frequent Occasional This Job
Sedentary 10 lbs --------------------- ---------------------
Light 25 lbs 10 lbs ---------------------
Medium 50 lbs 25 lbs 10 lbs
Heavy 100 lbs 50 lbs 20 lbs
Very Heavy > 100 lbs --------------------- ---------------------
Frequent > 50% of day Occasional 20% -50%of day Limited Up to 20% of day
Sitting
Twisting/turning from waist
Standing
Climbing
Crawling
Left/right foot movement
Walking
Bending
Kneeling
Squatting
Push/Pull objects
Reaching above shoulder level
Reaching below shoulder level
Handing (holding, grasping, working
with hands)
Repetitive movement of the hand
(includes typing and ten-key use)
Check if Appropriate
Senses needed to perform essential functions of the position: Hearing, talking, depth
perception, color, vision, touch and smell.
Maintain a stable posture and gait with hands free to perform anticipated or routine and emergent patient care.
Endurance (cardiovascular fitness)
Physically and mentally able to work extended hours when necessary
VI. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements and notices set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the Company’s established policies and procedures. I agree to request guidance from my Supervisor in the event that I am unsure of how to interpret any policy.
I further understand that my employment is at-will and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the Company or myself, and that such termination can be made with or without notice.
This position consistently supports and promotes compliance with the Code of Conduct by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the agency, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and all policies and procedures.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.