Description
Provide 1:1 care for client following client’s plan of care at all times while maintaining client’s dignity and independence.
Monitoring clients vital statistics and reporting abnormal findings to the case manager and physician assessments
Administration of medications, feedings, oxygen, ostomy care as needed per client’s plan of care and provided assessments of results.
Complete routines as established by other care professionals such as PT, OT, Speech Therapists
Insure infection control policies are maintained at all times, reports possible communicable diseases or infections and insures the overall implementation and practice of infection control procedures are implemented
Accurately documenting nursing actions of all care given and communication with family, case manager, and physicians as well as documenting the progress and outcomes for established goals and Informs physician, case manager, and families of changes in client’s medical condition and needs
Ordering supplies, medications, and feedings as needed to insure adequate amounts are on hand at all times
Ensures all patient needs are being met in accordance with the instructions of the physician.
Monitors incidents involving individuals. Ensures incident reports are completed timeless, accurately, and case managers are informed; examines the individual following the incident
Ensuring all medical equipment is maintained and report faulty equipment to DME for repair
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Proof of current license as an LPN or LVN in good standing from the state(s) of practice
Current CPR certification
Be able to bend stoop, push, pull, sit, and walk for periods of time
Able to utilize proper body mechanics while lifting 50 pounds
Knowledge of individual service plans, including understanding of client rights and health needs
Must have completed post secondary coursework to facilitate license as an LPN or LVN
For additional information, please reach out to Ellen VanHouten at Ellen.VanHouten@brightspringhealth.com
Reference : LPN/LPT/LVN (Pediatrics) – Homecare – Garden City, ID jobs
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