Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN.LVNHaverhill, MA, United StatesAbout the Job Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN.LVNLicensed Practical/Vocational NurseJob Overview: The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) provides nursing care and teaching to clients and families. He/She also functions as an Assistant to the physician and Registered Professional Nurse, and is supervised by the RN.QualificationsGraduate of an approved program of practical/vocational NursingLicensed as a licensed graduate Practical Nurse in the state where practicingOne (1) year of experience as a nurseResponsibilitiesParticipates in the planning and coordination of total client care in conjunction with the RN, agency policies and the physician's Plan of CareFollows the nursing care plan for each assigned clientObserves the client; evaluates the care of the client; applies his/her knowledge of nursing skills to the clients to whom he/she is assignedAccurately reports and records the client's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changePrepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit and incorporates it in the clinical record weekly; prepares summaries in cooperation with the RN supervisor.Assists the client with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniquesProvides and maintains a safe environment for the clientProvides optimum physical and emotional environmentAssists the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations and performing specialized proceduresPrepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as requiredParticipates in case conference, in-service, and other programs and meetings as neededPerforms within limits of preparation and experienceConfirm, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the nurse to coordinate necessary visits with other personnelPerform treatments as assigned per physician's plan of care. An LVN/LPN may perform only those treatments for which they are qualified by training and experience to perform. If an LVN/LPN provides IV therapy or other technical procedure not included in routine LVN/LPN training courses, they must first show documentation of competency/experience signed by an RN, physician, or specific training program directorOther duties as assignedOrganizational RelationshipReports to Director of Nursing ServicesSpecial RequirementsMust have a car with required insurance coverage and a state driver's license or reliable transportationFunctional AbilitiesAble to communicate verbally and in writing to the extent required by the positionAble to physically perform the duties required by the positionAble to travel to prospective clients' residences