LPN Hospice

Description

Introduction - PRN LPN for Hospice in the Plano or Arlington locations

Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Brookdale Hospice our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a PRN LPN for the Plano and Arlington locations to join our healthcare family.

• Job location - Plano and Arlington territories available
• Must have LPN License

Benefits

We are committed to providing benefits that matter to nurses. At Brookdale Hospice, our benefits package offers eligible colleagues an attractive package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave
• 401K (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
• Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Adoption Assistance
• Legal Benefits and lots more!

Learn more about Employee Benefits

At Brookdale Hospice, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our PRN LPN opportunity.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Administers quality, skilled nursing care to patients in the home. Work in accordance with physician orders and the Plan of Care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Director, Professional Services. Performs all functions in a professional and ethical manner and collaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure the provision of quality patient care.

What you will do in this role:

• Under the direction of a RN, provides patient care and identifies the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients.
• Verifies Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to the physician’s orders, assessment data, established standards and guidelines and documents accordingly. Incorporates short and long term goals as established by the Plan of Care into nursing care, as evidenced by documentation in the nursing notes.
• Performs an ongoing assessment during each visit and documents data in patient medical Communicates significant findings, problems, or changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising RN and/or Director of Professional Services and the physician and documents all findings, communications and appropriate interventions. Documents nursing interventions including patient response.
• Assesses patient/caregiver’s knowledge of disease process, treatment regimen and/or medication administration. Provides basic and specialized teaching as ordered in the Plan of Care and based on the patient’s needs. Identifies and recommends other disciplines needed for quality care of the patient.

What qualifications you will need:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program
• Minimum of one year experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical care setting
• Home care experience preferred
• Must be licensed as an LPN in good standing in the state(s) where they will be providing services
• Meets all additional requirements for hire including state specific requirements
• Current BCLS prior to delivering patient care
• Reliable transportation and proof of valid automobile liability insurance
• Must have valid driver’s license

Our Hospice agency supports not only the physical health but also the human spirit of our patients and their support networks. When physical health begins to fail, the nurturing of the spirit becomes critical for maintaining the dignity of the person. We treat the whole person - emotionally, socially, spiritually and physically by providing comfort and support to patients and their families in the comfort of their home. Our services include skilled nursing, counseling services, pastoral care, and volunteer support.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.