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WellSpan Health Licensed Practical Nurse - VNA Home Health - Day in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Licensed Practical Nurse - VNA Home Health - Day
Location: VNA Home Health Services, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: Full Time
Schedule
Full Time: 40 Hours/Week
Hours: 8am - 4:30pm
Weekend Rotation every 4 Weeks
2 Holidays Per Year Required
Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Client Support Location: Franklin County
Must have clean driving record and your own vehicle
General Summary
Provides comprehensive family-oriented nursing services to individuals in the home setting by use of the nursing process in accordance with physician orders, the established plan of care, corporate policy and procedures, and the Nurse Practice Act.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Participates in the development of a written plan of care in accordance with the patient's diagnosis, patient and family needs, physician's orders, and the corporate policies and procedures.
Provides selected nursing procedures and treatments to patients as outlined in the plan of care and assigned by the primary nurse.
Notifies physician and other care agencies of changes in patient's condition and care needs and obtains new orders, as needed.
Assists with coordination of patient care through dialogue with other disciplines involved with the patient and documents same.
Participates in patient care conferences.
Documents observations and intervention in the patient's clinical record in a timely, legible, and accurate manner.
Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team, encouraging and maintaining open communications at all times.
Fosters a climate of mutual respect and teamwork among co-workers and management.
Assist in the orientation of new staff.
Submits patient visit schedule to Scheduler and communicates significant changes to Primary Nurse.
Functions in a cost-effective manner in regard to utilization of time, mileage, supplies, etc.
Meets or exceeds established productivity and quality assurance standards.
Seeks consultation, guidance and direction from professional or administrative staff, as needed.
Informs manager of perceived problem areas related to patient care, corporate management, or community relations.
Keeps clinical skills current with nursing practice norms.
Exhibits a comprehensive knowledge of, commitment to and demonstrated ability in the practice of home health nursing.
Exercises sound judgment and works effectively under pressure.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of skills and services provided by each member of the multi-disciplinary team and the ability to relate these to identified patient needs.
Acquires and utilizes knowledge of community resources.
Elicits feedback from appropriate sources regarding the quality of services provided.
Demonstrates a professional attitude, sound judgment and continuity of interactions with physicians, other health care providers and community agencies.
Represents the VNA at community activities, as delegated.
Promotes a positive corporate image.
Common Expectations:
Maintains established policies and procedure, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Maintains confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovations.
Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analysis as required.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training Required
Work Experience:
- 1 year Relevant experience. Required
Licenses:
Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or
Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required or
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required or
Ped Adv Life Support Upon Hire Required
Driver's License Statement:
Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.
Courses and Training:
Completion of accredited LPN program. Upon Hire Required and
Rhythm recognition course per unit of assignment. Upon Hire Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of and commitment to the practice of nursing in the home.
Understanding of and commitment to a holistic approach to patient care with an understanding of family dynamics.
Demonstrated clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate respect and appreciation for other professionals and paraprofessionals and to work cooperatively.
Ability to assess, analyze and plan according to need, utilizing the problem solving approach.
Willingness to request and accept consultation and direction.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
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Comprehensive health benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Short-term disability
Education assistance
Financial education and support, including DailyPay
Wellness and Wellbeing programs
Caregiver support via Wellthy
Childcare referral service via Wellthy
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