Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Negotiable

Mirage Health Services is a quickly growing home health agency based in Dover, Delaware, and services all counties in the state seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses(RN)!

Responsibilities

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  Participates in the planning and coordination of total patients care in conjunction with the RN, facility policies and the physician's Plan of Care

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  Follows the nursing care plan for each assigned patient

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  Observes the patients; evaluates the care of the patients; applies his/her knowledge of nursing skills to the patients to whom he/she is assigned

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  Accurately reports and records the patients condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change

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  Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit and incorporates it in the clinical record weekly; prepares summaries in cooperation with the RN supervisor.

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  Assists the patients with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques

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  Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patients

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  Provides optimum physical and emotional environment

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  Assists the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations and performing specialized procedures

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  Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required

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  Participates in case conference, in-service, and other programs and meetings as needed

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  Performs within limits of preparation and experience

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  On a weekly basis, confirm the scheduling of visits with the nurse to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel

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  Perform treatments as assigned per physician's plan of care. An LVN/LPN may perform only those treatments for which they are qualified by training and experience to perform. If an LVN/LPN provides IV therapy or other technical procedure not included in routine LVN/LPN training courses, they must first show documentation of competency/experience signed by an RN, physician, or specific training program director

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  Other duties as assigned

Requirements

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  Must have a valid drivers license or state ID
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  Must undergo background check and pre-employment drug screening
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  Must be willing to get immunizations or routine testing
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  Graduate of an approved program of practical/vocational Nursing
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  Licensed as a licensed graduate Practical Nurse in the state where practicing
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  Must have at least (6) months of experience as a professional nurse

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