Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Are you wanting to make a difference in the lives of others?
We are looking for a compassionate LPN to join our Hospice team!
Competitive starting pay of $30.00-$35.00+ per hour (pay DOE)
Epworth at Home has a $1,500 Sign-on bonus for all Full-time LPN new hires.
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
- Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- Participates in coordination of home health services or hospice, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST,) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
- Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Job Purpose: To provide compassionate daily living care that enhances the lives of our Home Health and/or Hospice patients. The following are essential duties and responsibilities; however, this should not be construed as an exhaustive list; other duties may be assigned. Duties: The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Skills/Qualifications:
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