Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

HOSPICE OF ORANGE & SULLIVAN COUNTIES INC.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Healthcare) Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties is a nonprofit provider of compassionate end-of-life care across the Hudson Valley. We deliver comfort, dignity, and support to patients and families in their homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and at our Kaplan Family Hospice Residence. Our interdisciplinary team focuses on physical, emotional, and spiritual care, helping patients and families navigate lifes most challenging moments. What We Are Looking For: Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (full-time)Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm We are seeking a dedicated full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our community clinical care team caring for patients in western Orange County and surrounding areas. This role provides in-home patient care under the guidance of an RN Case Manager, following the individualized Plan of Care. The LPN will work closely with the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care that supports patients and families through every stage of hospice care. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act. Implements current nursing practice following an approved Plan of Care initiated by the Registered Nurse. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the Plan of Care. Provide patient/family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and individualized Plan of Care. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for hospice interdisciplinary group members, e.g., hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietitian. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patients response to treatments/medications. Performs other duties as assigned by the RN. Adheres to Infection Control and other pertinent Hospice policies regarding patient family care. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patients condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicate with primary RN regarding patients needs and reports changes in patients condition. Teaches the patient/family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet, and other instructions as directed by RN. Recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients/families/caregivers. Works in connection with the other members of hospice interdisciplinary team. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. Fulfills the obligation of shift assignment. Participates in Performance Improvement Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr HOSPICE OF ORANGE & SULLIVAN COUNTIES INC. in