LPN / LVN Novice Nurse

The Novice Nurse Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (< 12 months of experience) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with care developed for each individual patient in accordance with physician's orders when applicable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient / client care and / or contracted services
• Demonstrates on each assignment the provision of skilled nursing care rendered in accordance with prescribed orders
• Identifies and documents changes in patient's both physiologic and psychosocial condition
• Notifies Director / Supervisor if applicable on the following;

o Physician notification to obtain necessary orders for intervention(s) per state regulations

o Changes in patient / client condition

o Nurse Practice Act

o Standards of Nursing Practice

o Standards of Patient Care

o Standards of Accrediting Body (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)

o State and Local Laws

o Patient Bill of Rights

o Maxim Healthcare, Nursing, and Client's Hospital Policies

o Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements :

Maxim Benefits :

Health and Wellness Medical / Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security : Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits : Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

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.