Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Home Health( Days), Pittsfield, MA

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have One year acute nursing care, hospital based preferred.
  
• Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Must maintain emotional stability in emergency settings.
  
• Experience in home health is required
  
• Certified Home Health Required Including Proficiency with OASIS in highly preferred
  
• Must have Massachusetts LPN license
  
• Infusion Therapy Experience is preferred
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing.
  
• Knowledge of and ability to apply community health principles and practice.
  
• Demonstrated ability to perform independently as a clinician with minimal supervision or assistance.
  
• Experience with self-scheduling of caseload preferred.
  
• History of flexibility in assuming varied assignments.
  
• Current Driver License (and insurance) [Required]
  
• In order to effectively provide home care, they must have a working knowledge of home care reimbursement and regulatory guidelines.
  
• Traveler candidate must have their own vehicle. This is a firm requirement.
  
• Traveler perm address must be included in profile
  
• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
  
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to maintain confidential information
  
• Ability to develop and maintain records and communicate clinical data in verbal and written form
  
• Willing to be flexible regarding work hours.
  
• Ability to drive an automobile in inclement weather.
  
• Must be willing to accept “on call” responsibilities.
  
• Conforms with Customer Service and Performance Standards.
  
• Conforms with Patient’s Rights Policy.
  
• History of dependability in meeting demands of committed work schedule.
  
• Must have and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification during employment
  
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently.
  
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
  
• Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  
• Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability
  

Compliance/Screening (Pre-Start):

• Drug screen and background check (facility required)
  
• Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned