This statement sets forth the basic tasks and duties of the job, however it is not intended to provide a detailed description of all functions that may be required to perform the job satisfactorily.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide follow-up skilled nursing visits for home health patients.
Report patient care/condition/progress to patient's physician on a continuous basis.
Prepare visit/shift reports and updates/summarizes patient records
Assist with prescribed medications for patients
Take vital signs as prescribed.
May record and restock medication inventories.
Assure that established infection control practices are maintained.
Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the supervisor.
Keep the supervisor informed of supply needs.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients’ personal care information.
To act at all times in a professional manner to visitors, staff and residents in the community.
Attendance on the job as scheduled.
Wound Care
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma
Holds a current license in good standing as a RN or LPN in the state of practice