Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Home Health - Part Time Contract We are seeking a Contract Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support a Home Health Care client. You will play a crucial role in providing personalized care and support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes.
- Expectations are to see a patient for 1-hour sessions (3) times per week. More hours will be available by accepting additional patients.
- Part Time Workers will get 3 to 12 hours per week depending on number of patients seen.
LOCATION: Dallas Area
POSITION: Contract
PAY RATE: $23.00hr
INTERVIEW: Will be in Plano, TX
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients' health status, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
- Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as prescribed by the physician, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established protocols.
- Monitor patients' vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment, reporting any significant changes or concerns to the supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Provide skilled nursing care, including wound care, catheter care, tracheostomy care, and ventilator management, as needed.
- Educate patients and their families about disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques to promote independence and improve outcomes.
- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including therapists, social workers, and home health aides, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
- Document all patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assess the home environment for safety hazards and provide recommendations for modifications or adaptations to support patient safety and independence.
- Collaborate with community resources and support services to facilitate continuity of care and meet the holistic needs of patients and families.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Adhere to ethical and professional standards of nursing practice and conduct, demonstrating empathy, respect, and cultural competence in all interactions.
Qualifications:
- Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state of Texas
- CPR certification required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with patients and families.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
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