• Job Description

  Req#: 47790667

  Aveanna Healthcare, the largest pediatric home health care company in the U.S., is hiring compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) to provide skilled nursing care to patients in the home setting. We are the hearts of 40,000 caregivers and trusted by over 33,000 families.

  Rate: $24-$30/HR

  Position Overview
  The Licensed VocationalNurse (LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.
  
  Essential Job Functions
  Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
  Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.
  Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.
  Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan.
  Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes.
  Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk.
  Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
  Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards.
  Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patients nursing needs.
  Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations.
  
  Requirements
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practice
  Current CPR certification
  Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures
  One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license
  Continuing Education as required by state
  
  Preferences
  Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting
  Home health experience
  
  Other Skills/Abilities
  Attention to detail
  Time Management
  Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
  Good organization and communication skills
  
  Physical Requirements
  Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
  Must be able to travel
  Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
  Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
  Must be able to sit and climb stairs
  Must have visual and hearing acuity
  Must have strong sense of smell and touch
  Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
  Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport
  
  Environment
  Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
  Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
  
  Other Duties
  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

  CCPA Notice for Job Applicants, Contractors, and Employees Residing in California

  Position Overview
  The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.
  
  Essential Job Functions
  Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
  Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.
  Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.
  Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan.
  Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes.
  Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk.
  Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
  Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards.
  Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patients nursing needs.
  Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations.
  
  Requirements
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practice
  Current CPR certification
  Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures
  Additional state specific requirements:
  South Carolina One (1) year of pediatrics experience
  California One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license
  Louisiana One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurse
  Continuing Education as required by state
  
  Preferences
  Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting
  Home health experience
  
  Other Skills/Abilities
  Attention to detail
  Time Management
  Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
  Good organization and communication skills
  
  Physical Requirements
  Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
  Must be able to travel
  Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
  Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
  Must be able to sit and climb stairs
  Must have visual and hearing acuity
  Must have strong sense of smell and touch
  Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
  Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport
  
  Environment
  Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
  Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
  
  Other Duties
  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

  Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California

• About the company

  Aveanna Healthcare - providing home health services to adults, children and their families.

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