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AdvanCare Healthcare Services, llc
645 East 170th Street
South Holland, IL 60473
Info@AdvanCareHealth.com
Phone: (708) 392 - 2000
Fax: (708) 392 - 2008
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Licensed Practical Nurse
- LPN
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from physician's orders and Registered Nurse assessment.
Nursing Care includes physical care, emotional support, and patient and family education.
Recognizes and reports symptoms that indicate changes in the condition of the patient to the Case Manager.
Provides nursing care and services that is in accordance with Agency patient care and general medical policies.
Assists the physician and/or Registered Nurse in the performance of specific procedures require by the patient and at an appropriate level for the LPN.
Call (708) 392 - 2000 24 hours/Day
Click map for referral form
Contact Information:
AdvanCare Healthcare Services, llc
645 East 170th Street
South Holland, IL 60473
Info@AdvanCareHealth.com
Phone: (708) 392 - 2000
Fax: (708) 392 - 2008
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AdvanCare Health Services, LLC - Position Description
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Reports to: Staff Coordinator/RN Case Manager
Education/Qualifications
Current Illinois License and graduate of an approved LPN/LVN school of nursing and certification of competence in medication administration via "NAPNE" or comparable med listing. Minimum of one (1) year hospital experience and one (1) year home care experience. Two (2) satisfactory references from past employers. Demonstration of satisfactory knowledge and competency for the delivery of services, treatments, and teaching under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
General Description
Delivery of patient care as appropriate to provide services in accordance with Agency policies under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from physician's orders and Registered Nurse assessment. Nursing Care includes physical care, emotional support, and patient and family education.
Recognizes and reports symptoms that indicate changes in the condition of the patient to the Case Manager.
Provides nursing care and services that is in accordance with Agency patient care and general medical policies.
Assists the physician and/or Registered Nurse in the performance of specific procedures require by the patient and at an appropriate level for the LPN.
- Adheres to strict aseptic technique when performing treatments requiring its use.
- Provides patients with the knowledge and assistance to learn appropriate self care techniques.
- Accurately records patient's condition in the Nurses notes.
- Observes, records and reports to the appropriate professional the symptoms, reaction and changes including:
- General physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes; and
- stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.
- Performs selected nursing procedures such as:
- Administration of medications and treatments prescribed by the physician: and
- preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments administered by the physician or the professional nurse.
- Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan through being aware of and encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of patients; encouraging patients to help themselves within their own capabilities in performing activities of daily living; knowledge and application of the principles of prevention of deformities, the normal range of motion, body mechanics, and body alignment.
- Promotes cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and b y active participation in team and staff conferences when appropriate.
- Administers medications and treatments that are assigned by the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Supervisor listed on the plan of care, and records these with accuracy and completeness.
- Maintains the patient's equipment and room as necessary for patient care and safety.
- Participates in staff inservice programs. (Must attend 12 hours annually).
- Participates in regular performance evaluations with Case Manager.
- Maintains a continuing knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participation in inservice and educational programs, conferences, workshops and professional organizations.
- Understands human relationships between and among patients and personnel, patients and families, families and personnel; recognizes and understands cultural backgrounds and spiritual needs, respects the religious beliefs of individual patients.
- Abides by administrative policies regarding nursing coverage and responsibilities, scheduling availability, and provides support to the Nursing Department as deemed appropriate.
- When necessary, works on additional projects within scope of knowledge, as requested by Case Manager/Clinical Care Supervisor.
