Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Amedisys
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Caregiving is our Calling
At Amedisys whether we're caring for patients directly or
supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every
team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional,
clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and
families every day.
In home health, you'll be a true advocate engaging patients
throughout their coordinated health care journey all while
maintaining autonomy and independence to support their needs.
If you're looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you
can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every
day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.
What You Will Do
As a home health nurse with Amedisys, you will provide one on one
skilled nursing care and treatment to patients in their home using
a comprehensive and patient specific care plan, innovative
solutions, and a preferred technology for point of care
documentation. You will have the opportunity to spend quality time
with the patient, in their own home, to promote their health and
independence. You will have autonomy in addition to the support and
collaboration of a full team of healthcare professionals.
Verifies the plan of care and any verbal orders prior to each visit
and provides skilled nursing care to the patient according to the
physician's orders and as directed by the Registered Nurse in
accordance with care center policies.
Performs vital signs and monitors the patient for signs and
symptoms of the primary and secondary diagnosis defined by the Plan
of Care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Reviews all medications for each patient each visit and performs a
medication reconciliation at each visit.
Teaches and trains patients and caregivers in learning appropriate
self-care techniques with demonstrations as appropriate to
ascertain response to training.
Collaborates and exchanges patient information with the physician
and the Registered Nurse as well as other appropriate staff as
frequently as necessary to assure patient's needs are being met.
Notifies the physician and Registered Nurse as soon as possible
when patient's condition changes.
Documents clinical visit notes in the home if possible or within
time frame mandated by care center policy.
Performs specialized procedures required as ordered by the
physician (i.e. foley catheter change- for which competency has
been deemed appropriate).
Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic
technique as required.
Stays abreast of nursing trends and knowledge.
Participates in Patient Care Conferences as frequently as needed
and according to care center policy.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Current and unencumbered license to practice as a
practical/vocational nurse specific to that state the employee is
assigned to work.
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a Licensed
Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation and agency
required liability insurance to complete home visits.
Preferred
Acute care experience as a licensed nurse with the adult population
in a medical - surgical environment.
Previous home health or hospice experience.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees
and applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital
status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military
status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier
status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits and More
Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we
have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide
and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for
eligible employees include:
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental,
vision)
Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible
Spending Account options
Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching
Contributions
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Continuing Education
Fleet car for eligible employees
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