Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), MWH Home Health-Part Time

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to provide patient care responsibilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• •Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, not to include initial shift assessments in the patient’s home.
• •Notify supervising RN of any change in patient condition in the course of providing delegated interventions at the time the change in patient condition is noted.
• •Provide reinforcement to the education given to the patient, family, and/or significant other, to include discharge instructions.
• •May not provide initial patient education.
• •Administer medications as approved per MWHC policy and provide treatment interventions within the scope of practice as defined within the facility LPN CBOT as delegated by the supervising RN.
• •Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care provided.
• •Collaborate with the RN in implementation, evaluation and modification of patient care plan based on collected data.
• •Collaborate with the health care team to participate in coordination of services and contribute to the continuous Performance Improvement process.
• •Maintain own Competency Notebook. Participates in educational programs and clinical experience to further enhance their nursing practice.
• •Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care.
• •Follow policies and procedures of the specific unit and the Department of Nursing and supports the hospital and department mission, goals and objectives.
• •Maintain ongoing requirements for education and licensure.
• •Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and staff meetings.
• •Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• •LPN license in the State of Virginia.
• •AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• •Two years experience in nursing preferred.
• •Must meet the physical qualifications of the job.
• •Valid driver’s license and must meet MWHC Driver’s Suitability criteria.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

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• Required
• Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

*Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”

‎ Compensation Pay Range:

$29.43 - $41.20