LPN Home Care

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Day 1 Benefits. Position Purpose: LPN: Revisit Nurse position provides skilled nursing care to the organization's clients in accordance with the plan of care as prescribed by the physician, and assigned by the supervising registered nurse. Monday-Friday, 8a-5:00p, weekend/holiday rotation as required What You Will Do: Effectively and efficiently plans visit content and schedule based on client capabilities, condition, preferences (when possible), physician orders and available resources. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal. State and local laws and regulations, the Organizational Integrity Program, Code of Ethics, as well as agency policies and procedures and adheres in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. Performs specific treatments and administers medications to implement the medical and nursing care plans. Applies appropriate preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing procedures and techniques to clients. Utilizes interview, observation and evaluation in assessing clients and applies nursing judgment, consistent with practice standards, in making recommendations to the primary nurse and client. Minimum Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited or state approved school of practical nursing. Current licensure in the state of Connecticut. Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in an acute care setting. Home healthcare experience preferred. Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with clients and their families as well as all interdisciplinary caregivers, peers, subordinates and supervisors. Must have passed National Association Practical Nurse Exam (NAPNES) or equivalent medication exam before administering medications. Must have current Driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work site. Position Highlights and Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance - day one benefits Short and long-term disability 403b with matching contribution Generous paid time off PLUS 7 paid holidays Comprehensive orientation Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year Ministry/Facility Information: MercyOne Home Health Care and Hospice Agency located in Des Moines, Iowa (a Trinity Health Company) provides compassionate, exceptional care in our patient's home. Apply today. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.