Health Coach/Case Manager Licensed Practical Nurse in Smyrna, Delaware at VitalCore Health Strategies

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Will be required to work within a correctional facility.Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.Implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice settingAssists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.Administers medications to offenders.Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.Attends training and meetings as required.Other nursing duties as assigned.REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS AND EXPERIENCEGraduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program

Graduate of an accredited School of NursingLicensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment.Possesses an active CPR certification.Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice Must have the ability to work independently, take initiative, and have good judgment and problem-solving skills.