LPN - Augusta, GA

Accordcare is a leading home care agency who really cares about their employees by offering great benefits with paid time off. We are looking to add to our growing family of professional employees

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN WORKING FOR an ACCORDCARE COMPANY:

• Supportive working environment
• Weekly pay
• Autonomy
• Competitive compensation
• Strong clinical leadership
• Daily opportunities to support patients who want the opportunity to have their care delivered in the comfort of their home.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Care Delivery

• Provide safe and effective nursing and personal care for the client based on the nursing scope of practice and individualized Plan of Care prepared by supervisor. May include, but not limited to, medication administration, transferring & positioning client, catheter care, effective communication with the client, family and supervisor.
• Drives/escorts client to and from appointments/activities as requested, resulting in a safe and timely transport

Documentation/Communication

• Provides prompt communication of changes in client medical status/emergencies to Nurse Supervisor/Manager of Clinical Practice.
• Provides accurate and timely required documentation, ensuring effective management of cases and regulatory compliance. Completes appropriate documentation for client care within the assigned shift using the electronic medical record.
• Provides prompt communication of changes in Clients/Caregivers schedules (i.e. tardiness, vacation, requested time-off, change of status, reduction in hours, etc.) to Care Coordinators resulting in effective management of cases.
• Calls in to Care Coordinator to confirm weekly schedules resulting in required coverage being met.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program, with current active and unrestricted nursing license.
• 2 years nursing experience required
• 2 years in home health care, rehabilitation and case management experience is a plus.
• Must have trach experience.
• Demonstrate empathy, caring and self-confidence; ability to pay attention to details resulting in thorough follow through; anticipate problems in advance and know whether to diffuse or escalate; prioritize and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrate empathy, caring and self-confidence; ability to pay attention to details resulting in thorough follow through; anticipate problems in advance and know whether to diffuse or escalate; prioritize and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of head to toe nursing evaluation for decision making/problem solving.
• Knowledgeable of the signs of emergent situations and interventions required for individual clients.
• High level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-pace environment; always maintain professional demeanor and appearance.
• CPR certification from an approved organization or the ability to obtain within specified time range.

Credential Requirements:

• Current CPR Card (Required)
• TB or Chest X-Ray Results (Required)
• LPN License (if applicable) (Required)

Recommended Skills

• Attention To Detail
• Cpr
• Case Management
• Clinical Practices
• Clinical Works
• Confident And Emotionally Stable