Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Description

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 life's 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 patient's 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 patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Communicate with primary RN regarding patient's needs and reports changes in patient's 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.

Requirements

Education Required:

• Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing.

Experience Required:

• 1-2 years of recent medical surgical experience employed as an LPN in an institutional setting, home care, or skilled nursing facility. Previous hospice/home care experience is preferred.

What You Bring:

• Current NYS LPN Licensure.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with a clean, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.
• Basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice, knowledge of appropriate technology, knowledge of practice standards for area of responsibility, sound clinical skills, sound standards of practice, and positive communication skills.