Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse

JOB SUMMARYThe Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse performs nursing care to client in accordance with an established plan of care in accordance with Morgantown Area Private Duty, LLC dba Right at Home policies and procedures and all other laws and relevant professional standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSFurnish services in accordance with Morgantown Area Private Duty, LLC dba Right at Home policies and the State Nurse Practice Act.
Prepare and records clinical notes and progress notes.
Observe and report any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in conditions of the client and family situation to the Nursing Supervisor and documents such reports and observations in the clinical record.
Perform assigned nursing procedures, including administration of treatments and medications, in the care of the client, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and the Plan of Care.
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required.
Assist the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Assist with the rehabilitation of clients according to the client care plan.
Consult the Director of Nursing/designee in making judgments or decisions regarding care and treatments.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOther general office and clerical functions.
Participates in community relations activities.
EDUCATION / SKILLS / ABILITIES / AVAILABILITYGraduate of an approved Practical/Vocational Nursing Program and one year of nursing experience in the past 5 years or completion of an accredited refresher course within the past 2 years.
Currently licensed and in good standing as a Practical/Vocational Nurse in this State.
Knowledge and ability and the necessary skill and judgment to perform all nursing procedures as outlined in the scope of practice in the Nurse Practice Act.
Understanding of the working team concept and the ability to work under super-vision.
Meets the requirements for employees providing direct client care.
Read, write, speak and understand English as needed in the job.
Must have valid driver's license and use of an insured automobile for work or access to adequate transportation.
Participates in in -service education programs as mandated by State law.
(This requirement need not be met exclusively through Right at Home sponsored in-services programs.) WORKING ENVIRONMENTPrimarily works in clients' place of residence, travel required.
Shift or visit times and days vary with client needs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Right at Home's mission is simple.
to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
We accomplish this by providing the Right Care, and we deliver this brand promise each and every day around the world.
However, we couldn't do it without having the Right People.
Our care teams are passionate about serving our clients and are committed to providing the personal care and attention of a friend, whenever and wherever it is needed.That's where you come in.
At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary care team members.
We seek to find people who are compassionate, empathetic, reliable, determined and are focused on improving the quality of life for others.To our care team members, we commit to deliver the following experiences when you partner with Right at Home:
We promise to help you become the best you can be.
We will equip you as a professional by providing best in class training and investing in your professional development.We promise to coach you to success.
We're always available to support you and offer you tips to be the best at delivering care to clients.We promise to keep the lines of communication open.
We will listen to your ideas and suggestions as you are critical to our success in providing the best possible care to clients.
We will provide you timely information and feedback about the care you provide to clients.We promise to celebrate your success.
We will appreciate the work you do, recognize above and beyond efforts, and reward you with competitive pay.This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee.
Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee.
All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Right at Home Franchising Corporate.