FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Department: Clinical Reports To: Clinical Care Manager Direct Reports: N/A POSITION SUMMARY: The Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) is responsible for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized patient needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing under the direction/delegation of the registered nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES: In accordance with patient plan of care and under the direction of the Care Team Case Manager/RN, administer medication accurately, observing patient response as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes. Performs delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards as observed by the registered nurse. Administers medication accurately, observing patient response as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. Maintains and coordinates communication among patient/significant other, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, patient, and health care team feedback. Assists in assuring that effective communication exists with patient/significant other as reflected in the plan of care; gives punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback. Uses available written and AV materials specific to patient condition or disease; utilizes appropriate teaching methods such as one-on-one and group instruction, demonstration, or discussion. Assists patients, family members or other patients with concern and empathy; respects their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner. Answers and refers telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated. Performs other duties as assigned . COMPETENCIES: Oral Communication -Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret information. Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Is a graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing Has passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX ) Is currently licensed as an LPN through the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing Complies with accepted professional standards and principles Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order, or other reliable means of transportation Possesses and maintains CPR certification Has presented a pre-employment physician’s health clearance including negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by organization policy Has satisfactory references from nursing school, previous (or current) employers and/or professional peers Preferred Education and Experience: Associate’s degree with two years of related work experience Continuing Education Requirements: Agency personnel are expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, agency personnel are expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job related skills and abilities. All agency personnel must attend mandatory education programs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequently required to stand. Frequently required to walk. Frequently required to sit. Continually required to use hands and fingers. Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (less than 25 pounds). Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (greater than 25 pounds). Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion. Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Daily local travel required by car to perform patient visits, attend in-person meetings, continued education, etc. Occasional travel required to corporate offices outside assigned region.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Department: Clinical Reports To: Clinical Care Manager Direct Reports: N/A POSITION SUMMARY: The Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) is responsible for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized patient needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing under the direction/delegation of the registered nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES: In accordance with patient plan of care and under the direction of the Care Team Case Manager/RN, administer medication accurately, observing patient response as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes. Performs delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards as observed by the registered nurse. Administers medication accurately, observing patient response as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. Maintains and coordinates communication among patient/significant other, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, patient, and health care team feedback. Assists in assuring that effective communication exists with patient/significant other as reflected in the plan of care; gives punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback. Uses available written and AV materials specific to patient condition or disease; utilizes appropriate teaching methods such as one-on-one and group instruction, demonstration, or discussion. Assists patients, family members or other patients with concern and empathy; respects their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner. Answers and refers telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated. Performs other duties as assigned . COMPETENCIES: Oral Communication -Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret information. Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Is a graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing Has passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX ) Is currently licensed as an LPN through the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing Complies with accepted professional standards and principles Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order, or other reliable means of transportation Possesses and maintains CPR certification Has presented a pre-employment physician’s health clearance including negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by organization policy Has satisfactory references from nursing school, previous (or current) employers and/or professional peers Preferred Education and Experience: Associate’s degree with two years of related work experience Continuing Education Requirements: Agency personnel are expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, agency personnel are expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job related skills and abilities. All agency personnel must attend mandatory education programs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequently required to stand. Frequently required to walk. Frequently required to sit. Continually required to use hands and fingers. Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (less than 25 pounds). Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (greater than 25 pounds). Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion. Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Daily local travel required by car to perform patient visits, attend in-person meetings, continued education, etc. Occasional travel required to corporate offices outside assigned region.
What You’ll Do Provide direct patient care, including assessments and care plan development Manage a caseload and coordinate care across the clinical team Administer medications and treatments per physician orders Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed Educate patients and caregivers on care and self-management Communicate with physicians and care teams to ensure continuity of care Complete accurate and timely documentation (OASIS, visit notes, orders) Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and HIPAA standards What You Bring Active RN license Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred) Home health or related behavioral health clinical experience Strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills Current CPR certification Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Physical Demands & Work Environment Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands Regular bending, kneeling, and reaching Occasional lifting and repositioning of patients Ability to lift/push up to and over 25 lbs as needed Exposure to clinical environments and infectious materials Join a team where you can deliver meaningful, patient-centered care right where it matters most.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Per Diem is responsible for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized patient needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing under the direction/delegation of the registered nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes. • Performs delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards as observed by the registered nurse. • Administers medication accurately, observing patient response as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. • Maintains and coordinates communication among patient/significant other, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, patient, and health care team feedback. • Assists in assuring that effective communication exists with patient/significant other as reflected in the plan of care; gives punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients. • Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback. • Uses available written and AV materials specific to patient condition or disease; utilizes appropriate teaching methods such as one-on-one and group instruction, demonstration or discussion. • Assists patients, family members or other patients with concern and empathy; respects their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner. • Answers and refers telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated. • Performs other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES: • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. THE PER DIEM REQUIREMNTS INCUDES THE FOLLOWING: • Participates in a one-week new hire classroom-based clinical orientation program. • Completes 5 shadowing shifts with your assigned preceptor within a two-week period after the classroom-based orientation program. • Works a minimum of two shifts per month starting the first month after new hire orientation has been completed. • Works one weekend shift per month based on needs of the organization. • Works at least one holiday during the calendar year, either one major winter (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s) or one spring/summer holiday (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or Labor Day). • Completes all documentation and respond to all communication regarding documentation per the agency policy. • Participates in mandatory per diem staff meetings. • Completes all clinical education requirements and annual competencies. • Participates in OASIS training per the needs of the organization. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Is a graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing • Is currently licensed as an LPN • Complies with accepted professional standards and principles • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order, or other reliable means of transportation • Possesses and maintains CPR certification • Has presented a pre-employment physician’s health clearance including negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by organization policy • Has satisfactory references from nursing school, previous (or current) employers and/or professional peers PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Associate’s degree with two years of related work experience CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Agency personnel are expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, agency personnel are expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job related skills and abilities. All agency personnel must attend mandatory education programs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Frequently required to stand. • Frequently required to walk. • Frequently required to sit. • Continually required to use hands and fingers. • Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. • Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (less than 25 pounds). • Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (greater than 25 pounds). • Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion. • Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: • Daily local travel required by car to perform patient visits, attend in-person meetings, continued education, etc. Occasional travel required to corporate offices outside assigned region.
Our AM Nurses Begin Their Shifts at 7:00 AM – Balance Built In! Our Case Manager Registered Nurses (RN) are responsible for partnering with the Clinical Director and team to administer and coordinate skilled nursing care to patients requiring home care services. Services are provided in accordance with physician’s orders, under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Director, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and the policies of the organization. Key Responsibilities Include: Clinical Care Provides direct care and case management of assigned patients, including initial assessment and development of plan of care, as well as oversight and administration of prescribed medications and treatments Maintains and updates schedules of all disciplines in patient’s home Consistently assesses and evaluates patient’s status and goals and revises the plan of care as necessary Communicates adjustments to plan of care to all team members in the appropriate time frame to support consistent delivery of care Complete authorization modifications in a timely manner, where needed Initiates and applies appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative procedures and maintains communication regarding patient care with the physician, supervisory personnel, and other professional staff involved in patient care Consistently monitors and manages patient medications; maintains an accurate medication profile; coordinates prescription refills with physicians and pharmacies and picks up medication refills as needed Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate Provides medication, diet, and other instructions as ordered by the physician Recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient Reports unsafe conditions, complaints and incidents on behalf of patient as appropriate Observes and supervises Home Health Aide & LPN to evaluate performance and quality of care Accepts responsibility of assignment to perform a specialized procedure, such as IV therapy, when qualified with appropriate training and proven competency in the delivery of the therapy Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently Maintains equipment per agency policy Fulfills the obligation of assigned patient case load including tracking of patient status when transferred, following up with other healthcare facilities providing care to patients, resuming care of patients when appropriate Adheres to HIPAA laws and maintains patient confidentiality always Other duties assigned by the case manager/clinical management, i.e., performing field supervisions of care team members as required by agency policies Performs other duties as assigned Documentation Completes and submits accurate, timely clinical notes including all OASIS documents, visit authorization requests, physician orders, and all other clinical documentation regarding patient’s condition and care provided in accordance with Innovive company policies Communication and Meetings Communicates with physicians and other agencies providing nursing or related services on a consistent basis to ensure continuity of care and implementation of a comprehensive care plan Acts as part of the interdisciplinary care team Participates in scheduled clinical and internal/external case management meetings Attends vendor and referral meetings as needed and assigned, or as patient conditions require Documents all meetings and outcomes for patient medical record Coordinates with pharmacies, insurance companies and other service providers as needed to facilitate timely and appropriate provision of patient care Your Education, Experience & Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing Is currently licensed as an RN through the State Board of Nursing and meets one of the following criteria RN with a bachelor’s degree in nursing and one year of related working experience RN with a diploma or associate’s degree with two years related work experience Has passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) Complies with accepted professional standards and principles Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order, or other reliable means of transportation Possesses and maintains CPR certification Has presented a pre-employment physician’s health clearance including negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by organization policy Has satisfactory references from nursing school, previous (or current) employers and/or professional peers Preferred Experience Prior experience caring for mental health patient 1–2 years’ experience in a home health environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequently required to stand Frequently required to walk Frequently required to sit Continually required to use hands and fingers Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (less than 25 pounds) Occasionally required to lift/push light weights (greater than 25 pounds) Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials .
