The Licensed VocationalNurse (LVN) assumes responsibility and accountability for theapplication of the nursing process and the delivery of patient/client careand/or contracted services under the supervision of aregistered nurse or licensed designee. The LVN provides service in accordancewith Maxim philosophy, standards and policies.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

1. Utilizes the nursingprocess to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or contracted services

2. Demonstrates on eachassignment the provision of skilled nursing care rendered in accordance with prescribed orders

3. Identifies anddocuments changes in patient’s both physiologic and psychosocial condition

4. NotifiesDirector/Supervisor if applicable on the following;

a. Physiciannotification to obtain necessary orders for intervention(s) per state regulations

b. Changes inpatient/client condition

5. Adheres to Maxim'spolicies and procedures and applicable protocols

6. Identifies andprioritizes actions based upon patient/client care requirements

7. Assures patientsafety at all times and recipient of services provided

8. Verifies thatdocumentation reflects patient/client collaboration, participation in plan ofcare, expected patient/client outcomes, and selectednursing interventions

9. Performsinterventions, treatments, and medication administration, according toidentified priorities, plan of care, facility policies andpatient/client care outcome standards as applicable.

Monitors and documentseffectiveness of interventions, treatments, and medications

10. Evaluatespatient/client and provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic patient/client environment

11. Monitors the safetyand effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautions

12. Participates inactivities to facilitate good interpersonal communications

13. Communicatesobservations and significant changes in patient/client status to the Directorof

Clinical Services and/orClinical Supervisor /Case Manager or licensed designee

14. Documents allphysician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as needed

15. Attends caseconferences, team meetings, education in-services as required

16. Supportsprofessional practice by observing the following;

a. Nurse Practice Act

b. Standards of NursingPractice

c. Standards of PatientCare

d. Standards ofAccrediting Body (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)

e. State and Local Laws

f. Patient Bill ofRights

g. Maxim Healthcare,Nursing, and Client’s Hospital Policies

17. Performs otherduties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

1. Graduate of anaccredited vocational nursing program

2. Licensed VocationalNurse in specific state

3. Complies withaccepted professional standards and practice

4. At least one yearprior professional nursing experience, preferred

5. Willingness toparticipate in skills advancement training or novice nurse program ifapplicable

6. Current CPR as applicable,for direct patient care

7. PPD or chest x-ray ifapplicable

8. Successful completionof new hire training as applicable to job site

9. Participation andcompletion of Maxim’s Competency Program

10. Strong verbal andwritten communication skills

11. Current HealthCertificate (per facility contract or state regulation)

12. Must meet allfederal, state, and local requirements

Compliance and EthicsExpectations:

• Participates andsuccessfully completes the company’s compliance program requirements and adheres to the Code of Conduct, Company policies, and applicablefederal and state requirements

• Sets an example forother employees regarding how the Company’s Code of Conduct and

Compliance Program isapplied and observed every day when dealing with customers, business operations, or other team members

• Reports potentialviolations of company policy, Code of Conduct, and/or applicable laws and regulations to the company hotline, through the chain of command,to the Compliance and

Ethics Department, or throughother channels made available by the company for reporting potential violations

• Promotes anenvironment in which other employees are encouraged to report potential violations

• As appropriate,provides input and suggestions regarding areas in which policies, procedures, workflows, and/or controls can be improved to enhance compliance

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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