LPN - Home Health
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Job Description
At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists lifechanging care or something inbetween we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnetrecognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the wellbeing of the community. That means bringing lifechanging resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Lippincott 301 Lippincott DriveEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Job Summary:
Follows patients plan of care. Administers treatments performs procedures and documents per facility policy.
Position Responsibilities:
Administers and monitors the effectiveness of medications/treatments ordered by physician and documents same. Assists in implementing the care plan by performing patients care as based upon identified needs consistent with plan of care and mutually agreed upon goals with patient/family/Case Manager. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and notifies Case Manager and Physician of changes in patient care. Responds to emergencies and reports to the Registered Nurse and Team Manager.
Complies with Virtua Standards of performance federal and state regulation defined in nursing policy procedure and standard operating procedures. Demonstrates technical competence in administering care including the use of equipment and supplies.
Participates in patient satisfaction program creating a supportive caring environment. Responds to patient/family needs and to customer concerns as soon as possible with compassion and understanding.
Practices universal precautions and adheres to agency policy with regard to the spread of infections. Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives and safety programs defined by nursing leadership.
Educates patient/resident and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues etc. Maintains competency as defined by Nursing department goals and objectives.
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience:
One year previous experience.
Required Education:
Graduate of accredited LPN program
Training / Certification / Licensure:
NJ LPN license
Must have valid drivers license and personal vehicle.
Employment Type
Full-Time
