General Summary of Position
Make a Positive Difference
At MedStar Health Home Care,LPN / RNsmake a positive difference in people’s lives by helping patients heal in the comfort of their own homes. LPNs support care plans for each patient and then help patients and their caregivers achieve progress toward their goals for improved health and independence. As a LPN at MedStar Health Home Care, you have the autonomy to make individualized patient-centered decisions to promote optimal clinical care.
The homecare team includes nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, medical social workers, and home health aides who are dedicated to meeting patient needs 24/7/365.
Join an award-winning organization
Recognized as a Home Care Elite agency for 10 consecutive years, ranked in the top 25% of agencies in the nation.2023 Best Home Care Leader in Training Award recipient.
Provides direct and indirect patient care services under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Position Details:
- Develops and documents individualized plan of care with specific care interventions and expected measurable patientoutcomes.
- Evaluates progress toward goals and revises plan of care as needed.
- Establishes, documents, and implements personalized teaching plans for patients and their caregivers to help them achieve independence at home.
- Performs nursing procedures consistent with homecare protocols. Interventions reflect knowledge of standard homecare supplies and equipment used in patient care.
- Initiates and participates in regularly scheduled case conferences, which include all disciplines. Includes patient and family in mutual goal setting and care plan revision.
- Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.
- Communicates regularly with the patient's physician, home healthcare team, and other key members of the care team.
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It’s how we treat people.
- RN residency programs and tuition assistance to advance your unique career plans and goals.
- Medical, dental, and vision choices, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) that allow Associates to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- System-wide RN referral bonus program - up to $6000 per RN
- Relocation assistance up to $3500 (eligibility requirements)
- MedStar is truly committed to employee and nurse wellness as well as diversity and inclusion.
- An environment of world-class medical, clinical and research practices and innovation where you will truly impact patient care andoutcome.
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About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation and research. Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education and professional development of our whole team. MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal fulfillment.