Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN
| Company | Alternate Solutions Health Network |
|---|---|
| Location | Lexington, KY, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current license in the state of employment
- Minimum one-year experience as a LPN in an acute care setting. Home care experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in your name as a driver
- Capable of all physical demands
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care as ordered by the attending physician and observe and monitor patient conditions and notify case manager of any changes in the patient’s condition.
- Administer medication as prescribed by the physician and help decrease re-hospitalizations by educating the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
- Educate the patient and family on the disease process using teach back methods to ensure patient and family understanding.
- Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
- Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.
- Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Home care experience preferred.