Licensed Practical Nurse

Join us at Affinis Hospice - a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Provides direct patient care as defined in the LPN State Nurse Practice Act Implements current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved Plan of Care initiated by the Hospice Services Registered Nurse. Provides accurate and timely documentation of Hospice patient services to reflect the Plan of Care. Assesses and provides Hospice Services patient/family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and Plan of Care. Participates in coordination of agency services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for agency Interdisciplinary Group members. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management; evaluates Hospice Services patient's response(s) to treatments/medications. Participates in personal and professional growth and development. Also participates in the organization's quality management program. Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication. Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System. Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing. Transports self to patient's home/Facility, may be in multiple locations in a workday Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, department heads, administrators, member organization presidents and their leadership teams, and the general public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Nursing degree from an accredited college or university or is a graduate of an approved LPN program Current license / registration by state of hire as a LPN. Current CPR certification. EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace Affinis Hospice Facebook #J-18808-Ljbffr