Nurse, LPN

Nurse, LPN

AdaptHealth is a premier full-service home medical equipment company in the United States – offering a full-scope of cost-efficient HME and respiratory care products and services that aim to keep patients comfortable and thriving in their own homes. We are dedicated to pursuing better and use technology, process and the power of our national network to do so.  We have a relentless commitment to using innovation to transform the durable medical equipment industry, break the status quo and provide the best quality care. 

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing specialized nursing services to patients and caregivers at home or in alternative settings. Provides technical nursing and skilled interventions as ordered by the physician.  Instructs, motivates, and assists patients / caregivers in learning and improving ability to live independently at home.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:

• Ensures physician orders are followed and included in patients plan of care
• Development and revision of the plan of care based on physician orders
• Ensures nursing orders are carried out in a professional manner satisfying professional ethics, patient rights and State and Federal codes and regulations
• Continually monitoring patient outcomes and reporting changes to supervisors to prevent hospital readmission
• Participates in effective communication amongst other clinicians providing care to the patient
• Completes and submits all required documentation within established agency guidelines
• Communicates the patient’s progress to supervisor and make changes as necessary under the physician’s direction
• Covers after hours, weekend and holiday on call to meet the branches need
• Maintains confidentiality of all company and patient related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services and other meetings as requested
• Instructs patients/caregivers of the safety measures appropriate to care and environment and observes/implements standard precautions and infection control for all patients.
• Ensures accurate patient assessments are completed timely
• Coordination of related services for patients
• Response to emergency patient needs timely and escalating to supervisors and physicians as needed
• Always represents self in a professional and ethical manner
• Takes professional responsibility for self-protection during required work in potentially hazardous situations
• Completes all required patient care documentation and reports accurately and in a timely manner
• Communicates with clinical staff, physicians, and other health care providers to assure the quality   and continuity of patient care
• Responsibility and extended patient related travel as required by the service area
• Participates in the activities of the Performance Improvement Program.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
• Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
• Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5pm with rotating Saturday on-call.

Competency, Skills and Abilities:

• Administer therapeutic nursing care; instruct, motivate, and assists patients in managing their health status
• Knowledge and ability and the necessary skill and judgement to perform all procedures as outlined
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal and local level
•  Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing environment, be patient, accountable, proactive, take initiative and work effectively on a team
• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree in nursing or equivalent
• Current and unrestricted LPN clinical license
• Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience is required
• Five (5) years of related HME experience is preferred
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
• Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate
• Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen
• Excellent ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients
• Must be able to drive and travel as needed
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and other office equipment
• Ability to demonstrate courtesy and respect for privacy
• Must be able to work extended hours when needed and drive for long periods as needed 

Benefits 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401k 

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.  This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.