LPN Homecare Lowskill

Position Description:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient/client care. The LVN/LPN is also responsible for providing services, as directed by contract and/or program, while under the supervision of a contract/program Registered Nurse or clinical designee. The LVN/LPN provides service in accordance with Maxim's philosophy, standards and policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required

• On each assignment, provides skilled nursing care/services in accordance with prescribed orders

• Identifies and documents changes in patient/client physiological and psycho-social condition • Notifies Director/Supervisor, and contracted customer designee if applicable, when:

o Physician notification is required in order to obtain necessary orders for

intervention(s), per state regulations

o Changes in patient/client condition have occurred

• Adheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocols

• Identifies and prioritizes actions based upon patient/client care requirements and/or contracted customer requirements

• Ensures that documentation reflects patient/client collaboration including participation in plan

of care creation and maintenance, physician correspondence/collaboration, expected patient/client outcomes, nursing interventions employed, and other items as required by contracted customer

• Performs/provides interventions, treatments, and medication administration, according to

identified priorities, the plan of care, facility policies and patient/client care outcome standards as applicable

• Monitors and documents effectiveness of interventions, treatments, and medications

• Assures patient/client safety at all times

• Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the care/services environment and equipment used,

including universal precautions

• Executes consistent, effective interpersonal communications and maintains positive, professional relationships with patient/client and contracted customer stakeholders

• Adheres to the following professional practice standards:

o Nurse Practice Act

o Standards of Nursing Practice

o Standards of Patient Care

o Standards of Accrediting Body

o State and Local Laws

o Patient Bill of Rights

o Policies and procedures of contracted customers

• Adheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocols

• Attends case conferences, team meetings and education in-services, as required

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.