Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County
PA, USA
*JOB SUMMARY:* The Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County is accepting applications for a Full Time Home Health LPN to provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate will also perform selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative or preventative nursing care. This position also requires the candidate to be responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individual’s nursing experience and educational preparation. *CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* · Assists the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care. · Assists the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician’s orders, excluding infusion care. · Assists with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. · Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon patients...