Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our team at Aveanna Healthcare. As an LPN/LVN, you will provide skilled nursing care following physicians' orders and care plans under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Your responsibilities will include observing and assessing patient conditions, documenting care activities, educating patients and families, and ensuring infection control measures.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver and coordinate quality patient care as per physician orders.
• Observe and assess patient conditions, reporting changes when necessary.
• Document all activities, assessments, and care coordination promptly.
• Implement and update nursing care plans.
• Take necessary nursing actions and achieve expected outcomes.
• Recognize and prevent risks in patient care.
• Comply with Aveanna policies, regulations, and nursing standards.
• Provide patient education on self-care and prevention strategies.
• Maintain nursing competency through education and training.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current and unrestricted state LPN/LVN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance.
• Additional state-specific requirements may apply.

Preferences

• Six months of recent clinical care experience as an LPN/LVN.
• Home health experience is a plus.

Skills/Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Effective time management.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and reposition patients.
• Physical agility for various tasks and emergency situations.

Environment

• Adaptability to work in diverse environments with potential exposure risks.
• Possible exposure to infectious diseases and bodily fluids.

Note: This description outlines key responsibilities and requirements but is not exhaustive. Job duties may change as needed. Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.