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Licensed Vocational Nurse - LPN / LVN

San Antonio, TX (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=4538+Centerview+Dr.+San+Antonio+TX+USA+78228)

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Klarus Home Healthis looking for PRN / Per DiemLicensed Vocational Nurses (LPN / LVN)to join our dedicated team to provide community-based care for our patients currently receiving home health services in theSan Antonio, TX metro area.

The primary function of the LPN / LVN is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. The LPN / LVN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

+ Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.

+ Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC.

+ Two years’ experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting. Home health experience highly preferred.

+ EMR system: HCHB experience highly preferred

+ Proficiency in nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.

+ Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

+ Provide nursing care to patients of all ages in their homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.

+ Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency.

+ Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans.

+ Monitor patient health and report any changes to the supervising RN.

+ Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

+ Educate patients and their families on health care needs, conditions, and options.

+ Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and progress.

+ Work in patients' homes in various conditions.

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

Physical and Mental Effort:

+ Prolonged standing and walking required.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.

+ Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs.

+ Ability to make quick decisions and acquire necessary resources.

+ Must meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.

Benefits for full time employees:

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

+ Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance

+ PTO - 80 hours

+ 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

+ 401k retirement savings plan

+ Company-paid life insurance

+ Mileage reimbursement

+ Competitive compensation package

Salary Description

$22.00 - $35.00 per hour