Ascension at Home - Together with Compassus Associates: Please apply via Workday

“The most rewarding part of my job is the connections I create with my patients.”

-Rachel, Licensed Practical Nurse                          

POSITION SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Licensed Practical Nurses provide effective communication to the patient and family, interdisciplinary team members, physicians and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services
• Participates in planning and implementing specialized procedures and duties assisting and partnering with the Registered Nurse. The LPN also assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques
• Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA)
• Assures continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by attending and participating in in-service programs
• Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, and team report

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Licensing/Certification:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing
• Current State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Current valid Driver’s License
• Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination

Experience:

• Two years of experience as an LPN is preferred in a clinical care setting, post-acute or home health preferred