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Hackensack Meridian Health Licensed Practical Nurse-Home Care- Monmouth County- Per Diem in Wall, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
At Hackensack Meridian Health at Home, we recognize our full- and part-time benefit eligible team members by offering a Total Rewards package including comprehensive Health Benefits, generous Paid Time Off, Travel Reimbursement as well as an investment in your future with a 401(k) match and Tuition Reimbursement. Per Diem team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) match and Travel Reimbursement. At www.TeamHMH.com , you’ll find the information, resources and tools that will help you to be successful at HMH. From great benefits and innovative wellness programs, to robust learning and development opportunities, we continue to cultivate an exceptional work environment where you can do the kind of work that leads to fulfillment and professional growth.
We invite you to listen to our team members share what it's like to be part of HMH's Home Care Team:
Responsibilities
The primary role of the LPN is to provide clinical support, under the direction of the clinical supervisors and/or RN professional to ensure smooth patient flow and physician and patient satisfaction. Serves as a liaison between the patients and the provider. Administers medications and treatments as per RN orders and completes all assigned tasks.
Demonstrates knowledge and competency in completing assigned treatments and procedures according to established standards and policies. Follows plan of care as directed by the RN and/or clinical supervisors. Examples may include but are not limited to: a. Complies with appropriate physician orders. b. Observes, reports and assists in meeting patient needs as per plan of care. c. Records vital signs, intake and output other related responsibilities. d. Supports/reinforces patient teaching and discharge planning. e. Assists patients with personal hygiene, nutrition and daily activities. f. Appropriately utilizes and cares for technical equipment and supplies. g. Assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and surgical procedures appropriate to the unit.
Reports timely and accurate changes in the patient's condition, including a change in vital signs and/or blood sugars. Turns in assignment sheet for evaluation.
Adapts work schedule to meet the needs of the unit. Ensures adequate staffing needs are met through willingness to float.
Appropriately participates in emergent situations. Assists with and reassures patients and families.
Assignments are accurately completed with appropriate supervisory counseling.
Completes patient related activities within scheduled time periods.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned service area.
Appropriately completes data collection, plan of care and intervention of patient care. Utilizes data information systems appropriately.
Clinical practice accurately reflects Code of Ethics, Board of Nursing and the New Jersey Department of Health regulations, JCAHO and institutional policies and procedures and promotes professional ethics/standards.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
A strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers.
Dedication to ongoing education.
The ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus.
Excellent customer service skills
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Fluency in the Spanish language preferred
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current and valid BLS/CPR Certification by American Heart Association
Job ID 2024-149161
Department Monmouth-SN
Site Meridian Home Care
Job Location US-NJ-Wall
Position Type Per Diem
Shift Day
Shift Hours 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Weekend Work Every Fourth Weekend
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work Two of 6