• Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

    Jet Health (Santa Fe, NM)


    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

     

    Santa Fe, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=6743+Academy+Rd.+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

     

    Job Type

     

    Part-time

    Description

    Klarus Home Healthis looking for apart time or PRN (per diem)Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN / LVN)to join our dedicated team to provide community-based care for our patients currently receivinghome healthservices in theSanta Fe, NM and surrounding areas.

     

    The primary function of the LPN is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. The LPN 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. Must have a current driver's license.

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

    + HCHB experience highly preferred

    + 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.

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

    + Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

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

    Benefits for full time employees:

    + Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

    + Short and Long-Term Disability

    + Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance

    + 401k plan

    + PTO

    + Paid Holidays

    + Company-paid life Insurance

    + Mileage reimbursement

    + Competitive compensation