LPN - Home Health Care - Full Time

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Lippincott - 301 Lippincott Drive

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Shift: 8:30a-5:00p.

Territory: Primarily Burlington County. Patients are in Gloucester County, Camden County, & Burlington County.

Weekends/Holidays: Weekends as needed. 1 holiday per year.

Travel reimbursed at national rate, 76 cents per mile.

Benefit eligible the 1st of the month post hire.

Job Summary

Follows patients’ plan of care. Administers treatments, performs procedures and documents per facility policy.

Position Responsibilities:

Administers and monitors the effectiveness of medications/treatments ordered by physician and documents same. Assists in implementing the care plan by performing patient’s care as based upon identified needs consistent with plan of care and mutually agreed upon goals with patient/family/Case Manager. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and notifies Case Manager and Physician of changes in patient care. Responds to emergencies and reports to the Registered Nurse and Team Manager.

Complies with Virtua Standards of performance, federal and state regulation defined in nursing policy, procedure and standard operating procedures. Demonstrates technical competence in administering care including the use of equipment and supplies.

Participates in patient satisfaction program creating a supportive caring environment. Responds to patient/family needs and to customer concerns as soon as possible with compassion and understanding.

Practices universal precautions and adheres to agency policy with regard to the spread of infections. Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives and safety programs defined by nursing leadership.

Educates patient/resident and family/responsible party regarding individual care, needs and safety issues, etc. Maintains competency as defined by Nursing department goals and objectives.

Position Qualifications Required :

Required Experience:

One year previous experience.

Required Education:

Graduate of accredited LPN program

Training / Certification / Licensure:

NJ LPN license

Must have valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.

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Hourly Rate: $26.00 - $39.11 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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