• Job Description

  Req#: 32563168556

  $24 - $28

  The Novice Nurse Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (<>

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care and/or contracted services.
  2. Provides skilled nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders on each assignment.
  3. Identifies and documents changes in patients' physiologic and psychosocial conditions.
  4. Notifies the Director/Supervisor regarding:

  • Physician notification to obtain necessary orders for interventions as per state regulations.
  • Changes in patient/client condition.

  Adheres to Maxim's policies, procedures, and applicable protocols.

  Prioritizes actions based on patient care requirements.

  Ensures patient safety at all times and that services are provided safely.

  Verifies documentation reflects patient collaboration, participation in care plans, expected outcomes, and interventions.

  Performs interventions, treatments, and medication administration according to priorities, care plans, policies, and standards.

  Monitors and documents the effectiveness of interventions and medications.

  Provides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients.

  Monitors the safety of the environment and equipment, including universal precautions.

  Participates in activities to promote good interpersonal communication.

  Communicates significant changes in patient status to supervisors or designees.

  Documents and communicates physician collaboration and care coordination as needed.

  Attends case conferences, team meetings, and in-services as required.

  Supports professional practice by adhering to:

  • Nurse Practice Act
  • Standards of Nursing Practice
  • Standards of Patient Care
  • Standards of Accrediting Bodies (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)
  • State and Local Laws
  • Patient Bill of Rights
  • Maxim Healthcare and hospital policies

  Performs other duties as assigned.

  Minimum Requirements:

  1. Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
  2. Licensure required.
  3. GPA of 3.0 preferred.
  4. Compliance with professional standards and practice.
  5. Current CPR certification.
  6. PPD test or chest X-ray if applicable.
  7. Successful completion of Maxim Homecare Novice Nurse Program orientation and training.
  8. Proficiency in English.
  9. Excellent communication skills.
  10. Technological proficiency, including mobile device documentation.

  Maxim Benefits:

  Health and Wellness
  Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled), and Employee Assistance Program.

  Retirement and Financial Security
  HSA, 401(k), Disability, Voluntary Life, Accidental Insurance, Hospital and Critical Illness plans, insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Legal Benefits.

  Lifestyle Benefits
  Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, Transportation Benefits, College Partnership.

  *Benefit eligibility depends on employment status.

  About Maxim Healthcare Services

  Maxim Healthcare Services has been serving patients for over 30 years, offering a range of healthcare services including nursing, rehabilitation, and care for individuals with chronic and acute conditions. We are committed to quality, compassionate care, and meeting critical healthcare needs.

  Maxim is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, or other protected characteristics.

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