Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Hospice LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Position will serve the Lafayette and Kokomo, IN!

Anew Hospice is a local family-owned company operating exclusively in Indiana. We offer the power of big with the culture of small. For 40 years, we have offered superior care to every community we serve. You will thrive on our close-knit team that combines the best technology with compassionate service, delivered with integrity and respect.

We offer highly competitive wages and mileage rates!

The LPN is responsible for providing direct patient/client care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient/client care outcomes.

Job duties of this rewarding position include:

• Provides direct patient/client care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
• Implements current nursing practice following the plan of care.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient/client services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assess and provide patient/client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
• Evaluates patient's/client's response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal, professional growth, and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our patients/clients, family members, customers, and staff.
• Complies with the company's privacy practices/procedures and all state/federal privacy laws as outlined by HIPAA related to patient/client and employee records, to include but not limited to information accessed through any company web-based system and/or electronic medical records.
• Demonstrates teamwork and prompt and regular attendance to work to ensure that quality care and services are provided to the patients/clients we serve.
• Complies with and adheres to the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards. PPE including PPE for eyes, face, extremities, protective clothing, and protective shield and barriers, will be provided, used, and maintained.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Three (3) years nursing experience.
• Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.

We offer and attractive compensation and excellent benefits package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available
• Employees can access convenient telehealth services
• 401k
• PTO
• Work day shift and have your nights free
• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program – get paid to refer a friend to join our team

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