LPN/RN - ReqCode R60-108

Pediatric Private Duty Nursing
Current openings in Altoona, Petersburg
1. Current LPN licensure, in good standing, in the state(s) within which they will practice
2. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
3. Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to make effective decisions with ability to adhere to Company/State/Regulatory requirements
4. Experience in Home Healthcare preferred

1. Evaluate the patient's response to treatment and communicates changes to the RN as indicated.
2. Adhere to the established care plan, the physician's plan of treatment under the direction of a RN
3. Provide skilled nursing care as outlined in the nursing care plan to include the
following:
a. Nursing services, administrations of treatments, medications and procedures requiring the skills of the LPN, under the direction of a RN and as ordered by the physician.
b. Observing signs and symptoms and reporting to a Registered Nurse the patient's response to treatments, medications and other interventions, as well as changes in the client's physical or emotional condition.
4. The LPN documents the care provided to the patient, any changes noted in the patients condition and/or family and home situation. All changes in the patient's condition will be reported directly to the Registered Nurse and documented in the clinical notes.
5. Demonstrate sound clinical judgment.
6. Other duties as assigned.

1. Compliance with all requirements set forth company policy, state/federal regulations and within the company's compliance program.
2. The ability to comprehend and follow directions as appropriate given by the company, supervisory personnel and in compliance with physicians orders. Acts as an advocate for the patient.
3. Maintain appropriate documentation of services provided in order to meet regulatory requirements, company policy and to ensure reimbursement for services provided.