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Job Description Overview Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include providing routine care, general observation of client’s health status, assists the RN and physician in treatments and communicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reports changes in condition and/or additional client needs to supervisor. Responsibilities • Communicates health/nursing needs and/or recommendations to RN supervisor, • Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up as needed, • Assists in medical/health appointments as needed, • Ensures the provision of nursing/health services under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the physician, provides direct care as outlined in the Service Plan/Nursing Care Plan, • Takes and records vital signs, weights, wound measurements, etc. Identifies trends outside of parameters, or in need of attention and communicates to RN/physician, • Reports pertinent information and changes in individual health status to attending physician/health professionals and to the Team as needed in a timely manner, • Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment, • Medication Administration:, • Administers medications, verifying the correct medications are administered (per the six “rights” of medication administration), and that client’s response to medications is noted and documented along with any noted side effects, • Works closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in consulting on psychotropic medications, side effects, and medication reviews, • Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications as ordered by physician. Dispose of unused medication per policy, • Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MAR’s) are accurately transcribed in each individual’s record, • Checks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensure medications are administered as ordered, appropriately documented on the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, and required follow-up occurs, • Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, along with expired and unused medications as applicable, • Checks program/service areas on a frequent but not less than a monthly basis to ensure the necessary medical/nursing/medication supplies are available and in ample supply, • Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases or infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other programmatic and health care professionals, and family in maintaining a safe environment for clients and staff. Implements isolation precautions as needed, • Ensures health status, care and services are documented accurately and timely per company and state requirements, • Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff in the provision of care and services and reports any changes, • Complete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systems on assigned individuals per program requirements. Refer to physician any assessment findings needing further review., • Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required medical care, communicates to RN, operations leadership timely, • Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP, psych, etc. as assigned.Participate in on-call duties to ensure weekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff and individuals served (participates in on-call rotation as assigned), • Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities, weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings (IDT/PDP) Transcribes physician phone orders and other medically related reports, • Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may be required Qualifications Education: Completion of a state approved training program (e.g., diploma, associate’s degree, etc per state requirement) Qualifications: • Must be a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, per state licensure requirements) in good standing, • CPR certification, • Must have at least 6 months of direct nursing experience, • Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred, • Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record, as defined by ResCare’s vehicle policy, • Must have the ability to use a computer utilizing company documentation systems, • Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation, • Careers Advancement, • RN- $120.00- $150.0, • LVN-$35.00-45.00 Responsibilities • Assist patients with daily activities such as transferring from beds, walkers, wheelchairs, baths/ showers. (CHHA), • Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry,or assisting with personal care. (CHHA), • Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor, • Build relationships with patients, • Medication Management, Wound Care, Infection Control, Home safety., • Complete accurate documentation.

Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? That's where you can shine. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: * PRN options available * Free Training * Part of

Documents all pertinent patient information in their medical records and VISTA to demonstrate quality care delivery and promote continuity of care. Ability to provide educational material to patients and/or families regarding proper home health care activities, such as giving injections, taking bloo

We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: * PRN options available * Free Training * Part of a team with RN Oversight * Employee referral bonus * Home Health shifts and intermittent visits available * Enterprise Champion for Quality 10 YEARS RUNNING! * Mobile shift access * Wee

Document all pertinent patient information in their medical records and VISTA to demonstrate quality care delivery and promote continuity of care. Ability to provide educational material to patients and/or families regarding proper home health care activities, such as giving injections, taking blood

We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: * PRN options available * Free Training * Part of a team with RN Oversight * Employee referral bonus * Home Health shifts and intermittent visits available * Enterprise Champion for Quality 10 YEARS RUNNING! * Mobile shift access * Wee

Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? That's where you can shine. At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. Maintain accurate, detailed, an

Must-Haves:Nursing licensure in the state of employment or "compact" multi state licensure.A valid driver's license is required.Qualification:Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse.Must be licensed in the state of employment.

Prepare patients for laboratory procedures and examinations by providing information and instructions, while assisting the Primary Care Provider and RN Care Manager upon request. Document all pertinent patient information in their medical records and VISTA to demonstrate quality care delivery and pr

Must-Haves:Nursing licensure in the state of employment or "compact" multi state licensure.A valid driver's license is required.Qualification:Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse.Must be licensed in the state of employment.

Plans and manages patient care according to each patient’s needs. Provides routine care for patients.