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Aveanna Staffing Nurse LPN in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Staffing Nurse LPN
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Requisition #:
195834
Location:
New Bedford, MA 02740
Category:
LPN/LVN
Salary:
Starting at $36.00 per hour
Position Details
Aveanna Healthcare is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work within a facility setting. The (LPN) is responsible for managing the individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; and supervising assigned team members. The RN is responsible to the Clinical Manager for the assigned Department.
Job Duties:
Adheres to the policies and procedures of the facility/unit
Possesses the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate care for patients assigned by the facility/unit
Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the client facility’s policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly.
Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner.
Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution.
Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift.
Supervision of RN is managed by facility personnel.
Qualifications:
Graduate of accredited school of nursing
Current CPR certification. Evidence of BLS and all additional required credentials specific to nurse specialty and as designated by facility/unit
Current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of placement
At least one (1) year of experience as an RN in the United States (preferred)
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
Environment:
Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SPECIALTY AREAS DETAILS:
Critical Care NursePreferred 2 years of experience as a Licensed Nurse, or per facility requirements
BLS/ACLS certification or as required by facility
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse2 or more years’ preferred experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse, or per facility requirements.
BLS/ACLS certification or as required by facility
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient cares
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)/Perioperative NursePreferred 2 years’ experience , or per facility requirements.
BLS/ACLS certification or as required by facility
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
Medical Surgical NursePreferred 2 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse, or per facility requirements.
BLS certification as required by facility
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
Assessment and Treatment Center Nurse (such as Cancer Care or Rehabilitation)Preferred 2 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse, or per facility requirements.
BLS certification or as required by facility.
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, im
Requirements
Position Overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.
Essential Job Functions
• Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
• Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.
• Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.
• Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan.
• Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes.
• Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards.
• Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs.
• Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations.
Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures
Additional state specific requirements:
• South Carolina – One (1) year of pediatrics experience
• California – One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license
• Louisiana – One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurse
• Continuing Education as required by state
Preferences
• Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting
• Home health experience
Other Skills/Abilities
• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport
Environment
• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
Other Duties
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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