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Form of workRate: $42/hr
Shift: Days
Location: either Nassau or Suffolk county NY
Travel to 6 houses per day to check up on patients and do necessary requirements. will be in one specific county not traveling between the two.
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN/LVN(Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse) – Home Health provides skilled one-on-onenursing care to patients in their home and accompanies them when indicated toappointments, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Documents each shift or visit to reflect accurately theprovision of skilled nursing care rendered in accordance with physician’sorders.
- Changes in patient condition are identified and documentedwith resolution on the appropriate clinical form. Director/Supervisor notification if applicable
- Physician notification to obtain necessary orders forintervention(s) per state regulations
- Performs specific treatments and medication administrationin accordance with physician orders and Home Health agency’s protocols
- Documentation reflects patient collaboration andparticipation in their plan of care
- Requests for modification of orders and additional ordersare made based on the patient’s clinical status and skilled nursing judgment
- All physician collaboration/coordination of care isdocumented in the medical record and communicated as needed
- Provides patient and family education as appropriate
- Attends case conferences, team meetings and educationin-services as required
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursingprogram
- Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursein the state in which the LPN/LVN will practice
- One year prior professional nursing experience, home careexperience preferred
- Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
- Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
- Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes Home Healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
