Overview
To provide practical nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities
Accepts assignments of clients from the R.N. Case Manager
Provides nursing care through the utilization of the home assessment, nursing diagnoses, and physician-approved care plans
a. Performs treatment(s) ordered by the physician and delegated by the R.N. Case Manager.
b. Observes signs and symptoms and reports them to the R.N. Case Manager.
c. Notes changes in physical or emotional status of clients.
d. Promotes client and caregiver independence in self-care
Utilizes electronic documentation of client care; complies with Agency policies regarding timeliness in submission of documentation and synchronization of data
Follows Agency policies regarding universal precautions, and safety guidelines
Fulfills other assignments as requested by the R.N. Case Manager, VP of Clinical Services, or Director of P...