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- Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and physician.
- Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
- Adheres to daily patient assignments as directed by the Clinical Manager/RN Supervisor providing personal care, observation, procedures, and medication administration.
- Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure.
- Assess, evaluates and reassesses the identified issues/symptoms patients are exhibiting, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
- Meets the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly.
- Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the RN/Clinical Manager and members of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
- Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
- Records documentation to reflect patient care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.
- Knowledgeable about and adheres to the VNA compliance plan, policies and procedures.
- Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
- Current LPN license in MA.
- CPR certification required.
- Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility.
- Homecare and computer skills preferred.
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