*POSITION SUMMARY:* To be fully engaged in Quality/No Harm, Customer Experiences, and Stewardship by performing treatment/ education and providing appropriate age-specific services under the direction of a RN. *PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:* Engagement: ▪ Associate supports engagement through adherence to the I-CARE commitments. Quality/No Harm: ▪ Adheres to all Health First, Inc. and Health First Home Care Policies and Procedures. ▪ Provides nursing care and prescribed treatments for patients in their home, according to the physician's plan of care as supervised by RN. ▪ Reports alterations to the plan of care as indicated by changes in observed condition of patient to the appropriate RN. ▪ Assures the safety of the treatment procedures, patient, and environment at all times. ▪ Assists with the orientation process of new associates ▪ Complies with State and Federal Regulations, JCAHO standards in reference to delivery of Home Care Services ▪ Actively participates in Quality Improvement processes. ▪ Accepts assignment willingly regardless of geographic territory. ▪ Attends Staff Meetings - (80% Minimum) ▪ Assists in organization of patient care, scheduling and documentation reviews as requested by supervisor. ▪ Communicates to Case Manager and/or PI Supervisor any adverse findings to patient condition and documents findings in the medical record. ▪ Notifies PI Supervisor of any change in their projected scheduled visits and number of hours worked to not exceed 40 hours a week ▪ May be scheduled to work weekends. ▪ Demonstrates effective administration of medication and IV therapy ▪ Participates in all aspects of Telehealth. Customer Experience: ▪ Meets or exceeds Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction goals as established every year. ▪ Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. ▪ Informs patient/family of visit schedule in advance by calling the night before and/or if schedule changes. Stewardship: ▪ Ensures appropriate utilization of visits and services for care under the direction of the RN as noted through proper documentation completed within 2 days of the visit. ▪ Utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner. ▪ Meets productivity requirements *QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:* ▪ Graduate of an accredited school for LPN Nursing. ▪ Current licensure in the State of Florida as a LPN, or endorsement ▪ Minimum of 3 years acute care experience. ▪ Home Care experience preferred ▪ Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification ▪ Successful completion of all post-hire requirements, including, if applicable for role, Level II background screening/fingerprinting. ▪ Current Florida Driver’s License, automobile insurance and reliable transportation. ▪ Good communication skills. ▪ Maintain all educational requirements outlined by regulatory entities and the organization ▪ Proficiency in MS Office, electronic record and other systems and software relevant to role. *PHYSICAL DEMANDS:* ▪ Possible exposure to bio-hazardous waste, chemical substances, and unknown diseases. ▪ Care is provided in a variety of home environments with variable temperatures. ▪ Exposure to animals in the home. ▪ Inclement weather. Move in crowded conditions. ▪ Operate automobile in variable conditions ▪ Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. ▪ Lift, turn, pull, or ambulate with patients up to 20 times daily; lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 6 times daily. ▪ Stand, walk, bend, and stoop for 90% of workday. ▪ Visual acuity; minimum of 3-5 hours of computer time a day. *MENTAL DEMANDS:* ▪ Ability to interact with other professionals, families, supervisor and patients. ▪ Ability to work in stressful environments/situations. ▪ Ability to decide concerning appropriate patient care. ▪ Ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. ▪ Ability to assess, interpret data and educate patients and families of various ages and levels of understanding. ▪ Ability to work independently within time constraints and concentrate under Multiple demands. **Job:** **Home Care* **Organization:** **Health First Home Care* **Title:** *Home Health LPN - Home Care* **Location:** *Florida - Brevard County-Melbourne* **Requisition ID:** *076109*