What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice LPN Full Time position at Interim HealthCare Staffing?
Hospice Homecare Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Serving the TriCounty Area
Hospice is hiring Hospice LPNs. In this role, you’ll be the face of courage and the strong arms of support patients, and their families need to find comfort and closure during this significant season of life.
What sets us apart? For starters, more than 65 percent of our leaders are nurses and medical professionals, including our President and CEO. So, we know firsthand what it takes to be a nurse and the sacrifices you make to serve others. We also understand the importance of being a voice for your patients so they can receive the resources and care they deserve—and we’ll be there to support you. If you share our passion for patient-centered care, you are made for this!
Hospice Homecare Licensed Practical Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:
- 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes.
- Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance.
- Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs.
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.
- Full time benefits include PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/ Vison & 401 (k)
As a Hospice Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
- Provide home-based care to patients with six months or less to live, focused on quality of life.
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team comprised of a physician, LPN, CNA, HHA, social worker, chaplain and volunteers to carry out the patient’s plan of care.
- Take patient vitals, evaluate breathing, monitor pain, administer medications, complete assigned visit and tasks, and report changes to RN supervisor.
- Educate the family on the patient’s prognosis, changes in care plan, medication and hospice goals.
- Take a holistic approach to care that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit and family.
A few must-haves for Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and active LPN license.
- Minimum of 1 to 2 years of nursing experience, ideally in hospice or home healthcare
- CPR certification
- Covid Vaccine or exemption
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Clinical proficiency in nursing, strong communication skills and compassion
- Valid Driver's License
- Proof of Car Insurance
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing.
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