Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -Full Time

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Full-time, day shift - 12.5 hours with a weekend rotation

The Joe Raso Hospice Residence (JRHR)

A career at United Hospice, Inc. provides an opportunity to be part of a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated team committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients and their families.

At United Hospice, we are dedicated to honoring life, giving care, and bringing comfort to our patients and families. Our service delivery care model focuses on providing patient centered care, clinical excellence and supporting patients and their families at an end-of-life illness. As an LPN for our Residence, you will be a key member of our team.

Salary for this position is $30.00/hr. - $37.00/hr., commensurate with applicable experience. This position is not benefits eligible except as required by law or United Hospice policies.

Job Description Summary:

As an LPN at the Residence, you are an integral member of the clinical team providing essential care and support to the patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Possession of a valid and current NYS LPN license
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in nursing with recent clinical experience in either hospice or hospital-based med/surg nursing
• Be in compliance with accepted professional nursing standards and practice
• Committed to the Hospice Philosophy of Care
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and workforce in a personable and effective manner
• Able to communicate effectively while sustaining a caring, kind and professional disposition
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Electronic medical record competence is required
• Admission and end-of-life care experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities of the LPN will include, though is not limited to:

• Participate actively in coordination of all aspects of resident care in accordance with current professional nursing standards and practice
• Provide direct care according to the established resident plan of care
• Document in the EMR, services rendered as outlined on the resident plan of care in a complete, accurate and timely manner
• Contribute to resident and family counseling and education
• Provide appropriate pain and symptom management according to the resident's plan of care
• Keep the RN apprised of the resident's condition as needed
• Adhere to all policies and procedures established by United Hospice
• Use equipment and supplies appropriately
• Maintain resident confidentially at all times
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned

United Hospice, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer