Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN

Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse, Private Duty is a necessary position to ensure that our clients receive complete, safe, and appropriate services in their home.

Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for the overall health and safety of the client 

• The Licensed Practical Nurse, Private Duty is responsible for compliance with the rules and regulations related to his/her duties, the license, contract, and programmatic rules.

• Assists the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.

• Assists the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician’s orders.

• Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon clients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of clients.

• Helps teach the client and families appropriate self-care techniques, as appropriate.

• Fosters cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in client care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.

• Participates in in-service programs.

• Be an advocate for clients needing other community services.

• Prepares clinical and progress notes (not to include assessments or admissions).

• Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person client symptoms, reactions and changes including:

• The general physical and mental condition of clients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes.

• Stresses in human relationships between the clients and staff personnel and between clients and their families and visitors.

• Report any abnormality in the client’s range of motion, body mechanics or body alignment.

• Assists with the rehabilitation/habilitation of clients according to the care plan by encouraging interests and special aptitudes of the client and encouraging clients to help themselves using their own capabilities.

• Coordinates services with family, physicians, hospitals, specialty organizations and other disciplines providing information and instruction to facilitate care.

• On-Call, as appropriate

• Report complaints, incidents or concerns to Branch Manager or designee immediately. Document clearly and timely.

• Participates in scheduled meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Have an active, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse license in Rhode Island.

• Experience in Home and Community Based Services, preferred.

• Pediatric Experience

• Have significant clinical skills and experience

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

• Professional demeanor and appearance.

• Proficient skills to promote excellent client relations and customer service.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Have reliable transportation