Requisition ID: 35241

Location: Presence Home Care Joliet

Location Address:
1060 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435 United States (US)

Daily Hours: 8
Standard Hours: 40
Employment Status: Full-time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift: Day
FLSA: N

SUMMARY

The Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) - Home Health practices within the scope of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, high quality, individualized nursing care, based upon knowledge and experience the nursing process and leadership skills. Coordinates family involvement in the treatment, continuing care of the patient, and ensures completion of patient care tasks by appropriate caregivers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Observes each patient's status on biophysical, psychosocial, environment, spiritual, cultural, self-care, educational and discharge planning needs based on age and developmental status.

Utilizes the caring behaviors of empathy, active listening and cultural sensitivity and supports patient dignity.

Receives assignments and provides nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards of practice and within scope of Status Nurse Practice Act.

Documents care per documentation standards.

Provides patient/family education.

Identifies and reports deviations from safe practice. Adheres to guidelines of safety, and the policies and procedures governing infection control.

Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team toward resolution of patient care problems and enhancement of care delivery.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.

Computer Skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed Practical Nurse with current Illinois License required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Valid driver's license, access to a vehicle and proof of auto insurance required. *CC

Business Unit: PLC Home Health Suburban

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability