LVN for Home Health visits

LVN for Home Health visits Orange, TX Job Details PRN $25 - $30 an hour 3 days ago Qualifications Skilled nursing facility experience Medication administration LVN BLS Certification Infection control Basic life support Home health Care plans Full Job Description Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) specializing in home health visits! In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care directly in patients' homes, promoting health, safety, and independence. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes through personalized assessments and tailored interventions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from illness or injury. Bring your energy, dedication, and clinical skills to a role that truly values your contributions! Duties Conduct comprehensive patient assessments during home visits, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medication reconciliation. Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders while adhering to HIPAA and safety protocols. Perform specialized procedures such as IV infusion, catheter care, tube feeding management, and sterile dressing changes. Educate patients and their families on disease management, medication use, nutrition, and self-care techniques to promote health literacy. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams using EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks to document care plans and progress notes clearly and thoroughly. Monitor patient conditions closely, triaging urgent needs and escalating concerns promptly to physicians or emergency services when necessary. Assist with discharge planning and coordinate ongoing care needs for patients transitioning between hospital, outpatient, or long-term care settings. Experience Valid LVN license with current state certification required; prior experience in home health nursing strongly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or Athenahealth for accurate documentation. Critical care experience including ICU or emergency room settings is highly desirable; familiarity with Level I Trauma Center protocols a plus. Hands-on experience with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, neonatal ventilator management, or individuals with developmental disabilities. Knowledge of

ICD-9/10

coding, medication administration techniques, infection control practices, and basic life support certification required. Prior work in settings such as assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospice care, or post-acute environments enhances your candidacy. Strong assessment skills in physiology and anatomy; ability to perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, specimen collection/processing and sterile procedures confidently. Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise transforms lives! We seek energetic professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care in the comfort of patients' homes. If you thrive in fast-paced environments requiring critical thinking and compassionate communication—this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location:

On the road