Position Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) / Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN ) is responsible for providing direct skilled client care under the supervision of a registered nurse.  Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive client care outcomes.

Position Requirements

Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse LPN / Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN is responsible for providing direct skilled client care under the supervision of a registered nurse.  Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive client care outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Graduated from a National League of Nursing accredited practical or vocational school of nursing.
• Unencumbered license as a Practical or Vocational Nurse in the state that care is delivered.
• One year of nursing experience required; three years nursing experience preferred. Community, home health or medical/surgical experience preferred.
• Comply with the state nurse practice act.
• Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Certified in CPR.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, other team members and community.
• Treat clients, team members and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
• Empathy for the needs of the client.
• Works as a team member.
• Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray.

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