Responsible for providing quality, comprehensive nursing care in client’s home under the direction of a registered nurse.
Participate in the development of the plan of care along with other Interdisciplinary team members and report to the director of nursing.
Provide health education to patient and or caregiver.
Responsible for accepting and writing verbal orders from physicians as required; obtain co-signature of RN Case Manager on all verbal orders.
Follows up with physician, client, family members, staff, and RN on client problems and concerns. Maintains communication with physician including report of client condition change and accepting verbal orders.
Completes accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
Qualifications
Must have an active nurse license in the state of Texas or compact license.
Minimum 4 months of licensed hands-on experience in the past 36 months as a LPN/LVN or RN (excluding clinical rotations)
Must have current CPR card from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.