Home Care LPN/RN

TITLE:

Home Care

LPN/RN REPORTS TO

Director of Nursing Job Summary:

The Home Care Nurse will provide nursing services and care coordination for home care clients to ensure safe, effective, and compliant care. Responsible for coordinating client admissions and discharges, completing OASIS assessments and updating plans of care (RN only). LPN would be assisting by collecting and reporting assessment data.

Qualifications :

Must have a current/active LPN or RN license with the State of Minnesota. Must keep up with CEU's for license renewal. The Home Care Nurse is also required to have an ability to read, write and speak English, and complete and pass a state required background study form which checks for certain criminal convictions or serious/recurring maltreatment. $25.00-$41.00 wage range

General Responsibilities:

Conduct or assist with Oasis assessments and update client Plan of Care. Assist with new hire orientation. Conduct Staff training and education annually and as required. Supervise Home Health Aides. Update Home Health Aide care plans and annually complete chart reviews. Contacting Primary Care Provider's and Pharmacy as needed. Schedule client medical appointments. Set up client medication and administer medications, including but not limited to monthly injections managing client glucose meters and completing client nail care. Review and verify narcotic control book to ensure accurate documentation and compliance. Ensure proper organization, filing, and maintenance of paper charts in compliance with state regulations, agency policies, and HIPAA requirements. Assist in investigations regarding Vulnerable Adult issues and appropriate reporting if needed. Follow and abide by the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) privacy policy as administered by Clarkfield Care Center and Home Health Agency. Other duties as assigned. Clarkfield Care Center offers a variety of benefits to full and part time employees: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - CCC pays 70% of employee health premiums 100% of dental, basic life and STD Supplemental Insurance Paid Time Off to include Vacation and Sick Time Recognized Holidays Shift differentials PERA Retirement In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Clarkfield Care Center/ Home Care policy forbids employees and associates from discriminating against anyone based on race, religion, color, creed, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Clarkfield Care Center/ Home Care is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career advancement. Clarkfield Care Center/ Home Care also provides reasonable accommodations to disabled employees and applicants as required by law.