Weekend Revisit LPN

Job description

Location Detail: 34 Ledgebrook Dr Mansfield (10179)
Shift Detail: This is a Friday - Saturday - Sunday position
Position: Revisit Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Home Health
Territory: Mansfield area
Schedule: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Pay: Hourly
Shift: Weekend
Position Summary
As part of a person-centered care model and under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Revisit Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled nursing care to patients in home and community-based settings. This role supports the delivery of outcome-based, high-quality, and cost-effective care while collaborating with patients, families, providers, and all members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services in accordance with the established plan of care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Support patients and families through education based on effective teaching principles to promote and restore health and help prevent disease and disability.
• Record daily patient progress accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
• Report relevant patient updates and concerns to the primary nurse, supervisor, physician, social worker, or therapist.
• Communicate and conference with the primary nurse and other disciplines to support coordinated care.
• Consult with the physician regarding patient needs and the established plan of care.
• Assist in evaluating care provided by paraprofessional staff.
• Participate in agency committees and special projects as assigned.
• Attend and participate in in-service education programs.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, interdisciplinary team meetings, and LEAN daily management processes.
• Seek consultation and guidance from a supervisor when needed and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain established productivity standards.
• Actively participate in the performance improvement process known as H3W.
• Demonstrate Hartford HealthCare at Home values of Integrity, Caring, Excellence, and Safety in all responsibilities and interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Home health or community-based nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, documentation, patient education, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating effectively with a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within the assigned service area.