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Overview

JOB OVERVIEWThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physician orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan.Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes.Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk.Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards.Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs.Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations.QUALIFICATIONSRequiredGraduate of an accredited school of nursing.Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practiceCurrent CPR certificationDemonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and proceduresAdditional state specific

requirements:

South Carolina – One (1) year of pediatrics experienceCalifornia – One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing licenseLouisiana – One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurseContinuing Education as required by statePreferredSix (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting Home health experience.Other RequirementsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsEffective time management and prioritizationAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teamsEffective problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsAbility to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or stressful situationsDemonstrated sound judgment and appropriate decision-making skillsCommitment to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining professional standardsPhysical RequirementsMust be able to travelMust be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 poundsMust be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and twist for prolonged periodsMust be able to climb stairsAbility to travel as required to patient locationsMust be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistanceMust have visual and hearing acuityMust be able to respond appropriately, physically and mentally, to emergency situations in home or care settingsMust have sensory perception, including smell and touchLanguageMust be able to speak, write, read, and understand EnglishWork EnvironmentMust be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditionsPotential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseasesOTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.