Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health Southeast City
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Oak Lawn
Posted on: September 15, 2023
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Job Description:
LPN - HOME HEALTH LOCATION: SOUTHEAST CITY HOURS: DAYS WITH WKD
ROTATION AND 1SUMMER/WINTER HOLIDAY This position is eligible for
up to a $5000.00 sign on bonus You must be employed in the exact
position at time of payout. Internal team members are not eligible
for this sign on bonus at this time. How You Will Make A Difference
Responsible to the Clinical Manager for instructions on case
management and accountable to administration of patient care. Will
carry out selected aspects of the patient care activities to a
group of patients in a manner consistent with the philosophy of
Advocate Health at Home. Assure and improve quality of care for
patients. Facilitate patient and family rights to receive quality
cost effective care. Position Requirements License in the State of
Illinois 2 years of med/surg clinical experience Ability to learn
and use a computer based scheduling and documentation system.
Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and through
written reports. Good interpersonal skills. Major Responsibilities:
Assuring/Improving Quality of Care: Facilitates the patient and
family's right to receive quality cost-effective care following
Advocates MVP of Stewardship. Working under the direction and
supervision of the RN. 1)Utilizes appropriate resources in response
to situations that have the potential to negatively impact patient
and family outcomes. 2)Adapts practice to the latest standards
according to evidence-based literature. 3)Participates in efforts
to reduce risk and improve patient safety. 4)Consistently
demonstrates the ability to thoroughly and decisively document to
support reimbursement and regulatory requirements. Care and Service
Coordination: Practices as an effective team member of the patient
care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following
Advocates MVP of Partnership. 1)Recognizes changes in clinical
situations. Consults with RN as to action based on observation.
2)Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the
ability to care for all patients including those with complex
problems. 3)Prioritizes and organizes patient care based on
established plan of care, ensures clear hand-off communication to
achieve optimal health outcomes for patients, utilizing excellent
communication techniques like SBAR and 5P's. 4)Actively
participates in interdisciplinary case conferences. (As appropriate
based on employment status). Leadership/Collaboration/Professional
Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and
other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective team
member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach
to care following the Advocate MVP of Excellence. 2)Utilizes
available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to
practice. 3)Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and
conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among team
members. 4)Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill and
competency of self and other department members. (As appropriate
based on employment status). 1)Participates in staff meetings,
agency in-services, and educational activities to ehance
development and support organizational initiatives. Patient
Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship
throughout the healthcare continuum following Advocates MVP of
Compassion 1)Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on
individual patient needs by utilizing motivational interviewing and
problem solving techniques. 2)Promotes patient/family knowledge and
confidence to safely manage self care, disease process,
medications, procedures and infection control prevention.
3)Participates in implementing an individualized approach to the
plan of care, which includes assessment of physical, psychosocial,
comfort, and wellness needs utilizing SMART goals, under the
supervision of the RN. 4)Once plan of care is established by the
RN, participates in the ongoing assessment of patient and family
readiness and involves them in goal setting, planning, and
implementation of care, under the supervision of the RN. 5)Provides
care that routinely exceeds patient and family expectations, as
measured by survey instruments. 6)Incorporates AHHS Standards of
Behavior into interactions with patients, other associates, and
physicians. Business Development and Growth: Demonstrates behaviors
that enhance productivity and an understanding of financial and
economic conditions in the health care environment. 1)Demonstrates
adherance to personnel and operational policies. 2)Collaborates
with RN and implements plans for patient care to maximize
efficiencies and conserve resources. 3)Makes suggestions to RN
regarding utilization of resources to achieve excellent health
outcomes for patients. (As appropriate based one employment
status). Patient Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meet the
learning needs of patients and their families. Application of a
systematic process involving optimal level of self-care for patient
and optimal quality of life of patient family and significant other
under the supervision of the RN following Advocates MVP of
Equality. 1)Assess patient and family readiness to learn and modify
approach as needed. 2)Provides and adapts appropriate resource
material to achieve educational outcomes, employing health literacy
assessments and principles. 3) 4) Licensure: Nurse, Licensed
Practical (LPN) Education/Experience Required: Licensed in the
State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure) Able to demonstrate
compliance with state continuing education requirements. 2 years of
Med/Surgical clinical experience Certificate in Pharmacology CPR
certified Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Basic knowledge
of computer use (i.e. Microsoft Word, email access and use).
Ability to learn and use computer based scheduling, and
documentation system. Ability to communication professionally both
verbally and through written reports, with strong documentation
skills. Good interpersonal skills. Good time management and self
organization skills Proficiency in the ability to obtain lab draws
and report results to primary nurse or clinical manager. Current
LPN licensure in State of Illinois Certificate in Pharmacology CPR
Certified Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Extensive
travel within geographical boundaries in all extremes of weather
and on all types of roads including expressways. Must be able to
provide/arrange own transportation to and from patients home and
branch offices. Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays.
Requires adherence to scheduled days and hours of work based on
commitment to patient/client and work load assigned. Ability to
attend mandatory informational/education/branch meetings. Work
environment includes patient or family homes, or assisted living
facilities. Requires full range of body motion including: a.
Bending, sitting and standing b. Climbing stairs while carrying
objects c. Pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and lifting: (must
be able to lift/carry at minimum 25 pounds) d. Assisting and
maintaining patient's safety with ambulation on flat surfaces and
stairs; and transferring patients using standard pivot transfers or
with use of transfer board or Hoyer lift e. Providing treatment on
standard beds in the home environment If position has direct
patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting
requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective
06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For
patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to
assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be
used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique
patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a
case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general
nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may
be required to perform other related duties.
Keywords: Advocate Aurora Health, Oak Lawn , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health Southeast City, Healthcare , Oak Lawn, Illinois
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