LPN, Home Health - PRN

Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health

• Janesville, Wisconsin and Surrounding Areas
• PRN/Pool - Flexible Schedule

Job Duties:

The LPN performs nursing services that require the use of physical, social sciences, and nursing skills in the care of the sick, the conservation of health and the prevention of disease in a patient's home. Responsible for the care of the patients assigned as directed by the registered nurse. Other duties as assigned.

• Performs skilled nursing care and collects patient data as ordered by the physician and directed by the registered nurse.
• Identifies and reports changes in condition to the registered nurse.
• Reinforces education provided by the RN and teaches basic principles of palliative and restorative care as well as chronic disease management
• Guides patients and families towards self-help in the recognition of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems. Teaches and validates patient and caregiver to ensure safe delivery of care.
• Maintains required records and documentation based on the care of patients and families. Documentation is submitted according to policy and ensures orders are kept current through communication with the registered nurse.
• Assists with implementing a plan for continuity of care that involves the patient, caregiver, other health care team members and community resources.
• Organizes, prioritizes and plans daily patient assignments effectively.
• Demonstrates proper use of PPE, hand washing, and bag technique to promote infection control and safety. Demonstrates understanding of safety in the community and work environment.
• Assumes accountability for assigned equipment (both medical and computer equipment).
• Participates in quality improvement activities. Attends appropriate continuing education in-services regularly and maintains professional competencies set by department.

Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing OR

Wisconsin: Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.

Illinois: Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.

A minimum one-year relevant experience preferred.

Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in state of practice

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire

Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.