Coe Home Health Care Mansfield Arlington Midlothian Dallas Fort Worth Texas Home Health Care Medical Skilled Nursing Private

C. O. E. Home Health, LLC

210 S. Walnut Creek

Suite 110

Mansfield, Texas 76063

P (817) 842-4263

F (817) 842-4264

E info@coehomehealth.com

POSITION TITLE: Licensed Vocational Nurse

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Director of Professional Services

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: None

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Licensed vocational nurse with current license in the State.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

One-year experience as an LVN required. One-year experience in home health nursing preferred.

LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write effective nurses notes. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, family members, physicians, and patient care team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Perform nursing techniques and functions using proper body mechanics. An extensive amount of travel is required for this position. Must be able to stand, bend, stretch and walk; lift, push, pull light to moderate loads.

TASK MANAGEMENT

Must be able to react to change productively. This position may include high levels of stress occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The primary work environment for this position is the patient’s home, therefore, multiple variables exist including extreme variations in temperature and humidity.

EXPOSURE RISK CATEGORY

Category 1 – may anticipate exposure to blood/body fluids.

MUST RELATE WELL TO ADULT AND GERIATRIC AGE GROUPS

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Current State professional license, current State drivers license, current auto liability, current CPR, current TB status, reliable means of transportation, ability to arrive at patient residences punctually.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the RN in administering nursing care as ordered by the plan of care.
Assists the RN or physician in performing specialized duties.
Uses proper techniques in performing direct patient care consistent with scientific principles and agency policies and procedures.
Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities or changes in patient condition to appropriate team members
Prepares equipment and materials for treatments, practicing aseptic/sterile techniques as required and assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care.
Assists in the evaluation of effectiveness or treatments and monitors patient reactions
Documents all information accurately and appropriately
Ensures timely turn-in of documentation
Attends inservices and meetings as required
Complies with agency policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with HR requirements
Maintains confidentiality of patient, employee and company business/information
When performing patient visits, maintains a high level on response to patient satisfaction survey reports.
Contributes to the coordination of services in conjunction with other members of the health are team
Participates in workshops/seminars as required for continuing education and maintenance of licensure
Complies with established chain of command
Preserves human dignity
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

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Our team of healthcare professionals includes Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Medical Social Workers and Home Health Aides.

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