Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a PRIVATE DUTY NURSE / LPN to join our team in the local Edina area! You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients.

We're looking to hire a full time or part time LPN who is competent to perform the following task including but not limited to :

• Performs focused nursing assessment of Residents to determine appropriate interventions to maintain or improve the Residents health status.
• Provides interventions for Residents with episodes of potentially life-threatening instability.
• Provides nursing visits and direct care to Residents in the resident's home or assisted living as directed by client Care Plans.
• Sets up medications for Residents according to the medication management program, as indicated.
• Coordinates medical appointments for Residents, including follow-up with any new orders or changes after hospital visit with direction from Nursing case manager as needed
• Accepts and implements prescriber orders with direction as needed
• Responds to phone calls from other providers related to Residents with RN direction as needed
• Documents, as indicated, in the clinical record
• Communicates with families, resident representatives, case managers and other health care providers regarding the Residents as needed
• Is aware of and uses good safety practices, including but not limited to :
• Body mechanics
• Falls prevention
• Reporting of defective equipment or hazards
• Wiping spills or wet floors immediately
• Using Standard Precautions and appropriate infection control measures
• Knowledge of emergency procedures
• Reporting incidents / accidents to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor or Director on the day of occurrence
• Participates in care conferences with other members of the health care team
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to Residents, families, and employees
• Promotes a safe and comfortable environment for the Residents
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities :

• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients
• Diagnose and establish patient treatment plans
• Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior
• Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care
• Educate patients about health maintenance and disease prevention
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members

Qualifications :

• Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields
• Familiarity with medical software and equipment
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
30+ days ago