Licensed Practical Nurse, Hospice Home Care, Manhattan

Licensed Practical NurseProvides high quality nursing care and personal care to patients under the direction of the registered professional nurse consistent with VNS Health philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Nursing Practice. Provides nursing care to patients in any of the service areas. Works under moderate supervision.What We ProvideAttractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunitiesPension plan paid for by VNS Health and employer-matched retirement savings programGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 20 days of paid time off and 9 paid company holidaysHealth insurance for you and your loved ones with no contribution cost (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability InsurancePersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careComprehensive training including three weeks of paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills developmentInternal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesOpportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projectsIndustry leading technology to help you make informed decisions and deliver quality careWhat You Will DoMonitor and follow patient progress and report health changes to supervising registered professional nurse through detailed observations, interviews, and physical/psychosocial care within LPN scope of practice.Deliver personalized nursing and care management by constantly evaluating the evolving patient needs and adjusting the plan of care.Carry out quality-driven and care coordination by communicating within the VNS Health interdisciplinary team and across providers and other resources to deliver the plan of care effectively and efficiently.Practice in the community, traveling to patients' homes or care facilities, using effective time management and agility to manage weekly caseload and other duties.Use agility and empathy to deliver continuity of patient care including coordinating supplies and providing education.Use technology, including a tablet computer, phone, and other systems to coordinate and maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMRs) for patients in the community.Provide empowering education and support to patients and their families to help them understand and navigate end of life treatment.QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State requiredValid driver's license required for all areas outside of ManhattanEducation:High School Diploma or completion of LPN Program requiredWork Experience:Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferredHome care/hospice experience preferredEmployee will be hired to perform nursing care duties in primarily one area of service (Home Care visits, Hospice Residence shifts, or Crisis Care visits). However the nurse will be cross–trained in each service area and will be expected to perform nursing care duties in all three Hospice services, as neededPay RangeUSD $38.23 - USD $40.00 /Hr.About UsVNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We're one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.