Licensed Vocational Nurse

Description

Klarus Home Health is looking for PRN / Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurses (LPN / LVN) to join our dedicated team to provide community-based care for our patients currently receiving home health services in the Granbury, TX area and surrounding regions.

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

Requirements

• 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:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
• 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.
• Two years’ experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting. Home health experience highly preferred.
• HCHB experience highly preferred
• Proficiency in nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.
• Work in patients' homes in various conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
• 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.

Benefits for full time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance
• PTO - 80 hours
• 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Competitive compensation package - Paid per visit