LPN

EverHeart Hospice is seeking a compassionate and organized Palliative Care LPN to support patients and families facing serious or life-limiting illnesses. This position provides patient-centered care coordination, education, documentation, and admission support in collaboration with the palliative care and hospice teams.ResponsibilitiesProvide nursing care under the direction of an RN, Nurse Practitioner, physician, or provider in accordance with the patient’s care plan.Monitor and report changes in patient condition, symptoms, or response to treatment.Educate and support patients and caregivers regarding disease progression, treatment options, goals of care, and hospice or palliative care services.Assist with scheduling follow-up calls, visits, labs, referrals, and care coordination needs.Collaborate with physicians, Nurse Practitioners, admissions staff, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team members.Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.Assist with obtaining physician orders, admission paperwork, medication orders, DME coordination, and EMR data entry.Follow up with patients in the Palliative Care and In Touch programs.Support hospice and palliative care admissions, including pre-admission planning and communication with providers regarding eligibility and patient needs.Serve as backup support to intake, admissions, and palliative care team members as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Pay & BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision eligibility 1st of the month following hire30 paid days off per year (PTO, sick time, and holidays)401(k) eligibility 1st of the month following hireEmployer-paid short-term disabilityTuition reimbursementMileage & cell phone reimbursementMonthly employee recognition eventsPayActiv—early access to earned wagesPSLF-qualified employer$100 initial clothing allowance for full-time positionsQualificationsGraduate of an approved School of Nursing.Current LPN license in the State of Ohio.Minimum of three years of hospice, medical/surgical, oncology, or community health nursing experience.Palliative care experience preferred.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to patient homes, facilities, hospitals, and other sites as needed.Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and perform duties requiring sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, twisting, and turning.SkillsCompassionate, patient-centered approach to care.Excellent customer service and communication skills.Strong documentation and organizational skills.Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementVision insuranceWork Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr