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Addus HomeCare · 20 hours ago

LPN

Covington, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Addus HomeCare is looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) to join their Home Health team. The role involves providing direct patient care, implementing care plans, and educating patients and families about self-care techniques.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act

Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse

Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care

Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care

Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor

Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique

Participates in personal and professional growth and development

Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse

Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care