Home Care LPN

Job Summary /Objective:

The Home Care LPN is responsible for delivering nursing care and assisting residents with daily living activities in a home setting. They work under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician and collaborate with a healthcare team to ensure patients receive quality care.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

* Prepare medication sets, administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

* Monitor and record patients' vital signs and health status.

* Assist with personal care activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Health Monitoring:

* Observe and report changes in patients' conditions to the supervising nurse.

* Perform basic health assessments and document findings.

Care Coordination:

* Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

* Educate patients and families about health conditions and care procedures.

Documentation:

* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including care provided and any changes in condition.

Patient Support:

* Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.

* Assist with mobility and physical therapy exercises as directed.

Hygiene and Safety:

* Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients.

* Follow infection control procedures and safety protocols.

Equipment Management:

* Use and maintain medical equipment as needed, such as oxygen tanks and feeding tubes.

On Call Rotation:

* Participate in the after-hours/on-call rotation in order to handle immediate and/or emergency scheduling needs.

Required Skills/Abilities/

Competencies:

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

* Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

* Acceptance of philosophy and goals of the Agency.

* Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

* Ability to work as a team player.

Education and Experience:

Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state of Oklahoma.

Minimum 1 year experience in nursing preferred.

Minimum 1 year experience in Home Health preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Moderate amount of physical exertion including standing, walking, sitting; and occasional requirement for twisting/turning, bending at the waist, lifting above head and shoulders, and routine lifting and transferring/repositioning of patients with loads of up to 35 lbs.; and pushing wheelchairs with loads of up to 300 lbs.

Normal levels of hearing and vision, including both near and far seeing, color discrimination, field of vision and depth perception and ability for ordinary levels of communication, both written and verbal

Frequent requirement for normal level of eye-hand coordination

Moderate use of office equipment, online scheduling software, and smart phone

Ability to drive the Home Care, resident, or personal vehicle to transport residents or run errands, as necessary

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.