Pediatric Nurse
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Description: Harmony Home Health is presently looking of Pediatric Nurse right now, this job will be situated in Utah. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. 2 positions, one is weekend nights and one is school days
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provide direct patient care as defined by the state Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with agency policies.
Assist the Registered Nurse/Case Manager in carrying out the plan of care, including the assessment of needs; formulation and review of patient care plans.
Complete and submit necessary documentation (clinical, progress notes skilled nursing needs form, task and medication records) in accordance with Harmony Policy and applicable regulations.
Evaluate outcomes of care and inform the physician and other staff of changes in the client’s needs.
Adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilize appropriate pain management techniques. Educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and as permitted within the scope of the individual’s license.
Observe, record, and report patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments.
Follow the five (5) medication rights. (Right Drug, Dose, Patient, Frequency, Route)
Recognize and use opportunities to teach/counsel health concepts to the patient and family regarding medication, treatment regiments and self-care techniques/activities. Leave written teaching aides in home.
Observe, record, and report patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to the patient’s physician.
Ensure all paperwork from shifts is completed within the allotted time of the shift.
Have a good understanding of Medicaid guidelines.
Identify patients who do not meet Medicaid criteria.
Harmony Home Health & Hospice is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Qualifications and Experience
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program. (Diploma or transcripts to be provided to the agency)
Current license to practice in the operating state as a LPN.
Prior home healthcare experience preferred but not necessary
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
A current TB test, CPR card, driver’s license, and auto insurance must be kept on file
A criminal background check must be performed before hire
Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile
Complete and pass skills evaluation
Flexible, organized with the ability to exercise sound judgment
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If you were eligible to this job, please deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Harmony Home Health.
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This job will be opened on: Fri, 06 Jul 2012 06:09:38 GMT