LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Englewood, CO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=945+W+Kenyon+Ave+Englewood+CO+USA+80110)

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Klarus Home Healthis looking for a full time / part time or PRNLicensed Practical Nurses (LPN / LVN)to join our dedicated team to provide community based care for our patients currently receivinghome health services in the Englewood, Aurora, Lakewood and/or Denver metro area.

The primary function of the LPN is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. The LPN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care to patients of all ages in their homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.

• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency.

• Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans.

• Monitor patient health and report any changes to the supervising RN.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

• Educate patients and their families on health care needs, conditions, and options.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and progress.

Job Qualifications:

• Education:Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.

• Licensure:Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC. Must have a current driver's license.

• Experience:Two years’ experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting. Home health experience highly preferred.

• EMR system: HCHB experience highly preferred

• Skills:Proficiency in nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.

• Transportation:Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

• Work in patients' homes in various conditions.

• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

• Some exposure to unpleasant weather conditions.

Physical and Mental Effort:

• Prolonged standing and walking required.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.

• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs.

• Ability to make quick decisions and acquire necessary resources.

• Must meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.

• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance

• 401k plan

• Company-paid life Insurance

• Mileage reimbursement

• Cell Phone stipend

• Competitive compensation

Salary Description

$40.00 per visit