LPN/LVN

Job Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) at Aveanna Healthcare, you will be responsible for providing skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following a care plan, and maintaining professional standards. We are currently actively seeking NG-TUBE and Weekend Nurses who desire flexible shifts.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate and deliver quality patient care as per physician orders.
• Assess patient condition, report changes, and document care activities in a timely manner.
• Implement and update nursing care plans, take necessary actions based on assessments, and prevent risks.
• Adhere to Aveanna policies, regulatory guidelines, and infection control measures.
• Educate patients and families on health management and self-care techniques.
• Maintain nursing competencies through education and skill enhancement.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current state license as a Licensed Nurse and CPR certification.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance.
• Minimum six months of recent clinical experience as a Licensed Nurse.
• Preferably, experience in home health care.

Skills/Abilities

• Attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, organization, and conflict resolution abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds, reposition patients, and move equipment.
• Must have physical agility for walking, standing, bending, and other tasks.
• Visual, hearing, smell, touch acuity required.

Environment

Must function in varied environments potentially exposed to allergens and infectious conditions.

Other Details

This job involves evolving duties and responsibilities, subject to change with or without notice. Employees must comply with health-related requirements, including vaccinations and testing, in adherence to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.