Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Overview Description As a member of the Hospice team, the LPN works primarily in a support role by performing tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case findings, health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive care under the direction of a registered nurse carrying out the nursing process. The LPN works under the direct supervision of the RN or licensed physician and interacts with patients, spouse, significant others, family members, physicians, and fellow team members in keeping with the mission and mandate of Hospice. Responsibilities Provides services within the boundaries of the State Practice Act and responsibilities listed in the Department of Patient Services. Provides input (including any changes in condition) and supports the decisions and direction of the team as outlined in the hospice plan of care and as directed by the primary RN Case Manager. Make observations and collect data both by interview and physical examination to identify needs and/or problems and selection of standards. Provides anticipatory guidance and support to the patient/family, according to the interdisciplinary plan of care and as directed by the primary hospice RN Case Manager, Social Worker, Pastoral Care, and/or Coordinator of Patient Care. Record monitored information (e.g., I&O, VS). Participate in patient/family instruction and documentation of instruction and patient understanding on progress notes or teaching protocol. Communicate a daily report on each patient assigned to the patient’s case manager. Perform phlebotomy as needed. Perform ADLs when scheduled or needed. Responsible for hourly documentation on a Continuous Care Interdisciplinary Progress Note in the continuous care chart in the home or nursing home. Follows the hospice documentation policy when completing patient documentation. Responsible to notify hospice immediately in the event the patient expires during a continuous care shift. The hospice primary RN or On-Call RN is responsible to attend a hospice death. Skills we are looking for Requires flexibility to meet assigned tasks. Power to work effectively and cooperatively as a team member. Capability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Highly developed organizational skills. Can effectively communicate in English, both verbally (in person and by phone) and in writing. Bilingual is a plus! Work Environment Work in various home environments and conditions. Various travel to patient homes using reliable transportation with a Valid Driver's License. All shift availability with monthly on call weekend rotation. Moderate to high-risk of exposure to unsafe environments. Agreeable to work in either county when needed. Ability to carry up to twenty-five pounds of equipment and/or supplies. Education & Experience New York State licensed as a practical nurse. Minimum of two years’ experience in nursing – working in homecare or a hospice setting desirable. Attain Hospice & Palliative Licensed Nurse Certification after 500 hours or 1 year of employment. Hours Tuesday-Saturday; 40hrs per week (full time) 8:30am-4:30pm (Dutchess County) 12:00pm-8:00pm (Ulster County) Pay $28-31 per hour with Mileage Reimbursement added! FLSA Non-Exempt Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Generous PTO, Company Matched 403b Plan, Certification in Hospice & Palliative Care and more! Hudson Valley Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hudson Valley Hospice