FIELD Hospice Nurse LVN - Full-Time

Job Description
Job Description Why Work for Us?
Partners In Care (PIC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest, oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and hospice services in Central Oregon. Serving Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties, our dedicated team of over 200 employees and 200 volunteers delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across a 10,000-square-mile area. Additionally, Hospice House in Bend, Oregon, is a specialty hospital for inpatient hospice care, creating an oasis of tranquility and comfort for patients and their families. We prioritize excellence, empathy, and collaboration, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and learning while valuing diversity and the well-being of our employees, volunteers, patients, and families.

Compensation: $28.00-$40.71 per hour, based on experience.
Status: Full Time (hourly, non-exempt) 40 hours per week.
Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Work outside of these hours/days may be required.
Location: This role involves local/regional travel throughout Central Oregon via personal vehicle during the workday, including visits to patients' homes and facilities.
Benefits:

• We offer two medical, dental, and vision plans. Insurance starts on the 1st of the month following the hire date!
• Generous Paid time off.
• $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Short and long-term disability.
• 403b retirement savings with employer match, no vesting required!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits: Legal Shield, AFLAC & MASA Transportation.

Summary/Objective: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a valued member of the care team and provide services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes. Under the supervision of an RN, the LPN provides direct nursing care, within the scope of their license, to patients as directed by the physicians and other healthcare providers. Cooperative decision making is expected in the execution of duties.

Essential Functions:
Implements and evaluates patient care under the supervision of an RN. Participates in the development of a patient-specific care plan.
Follows plan of care, under the supervision of the physician and RN case manager.
Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition,
Provides direct patient care including administering of medications and treatments as prescribed.
Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding nursing care needs according to the plan of care.
Regularly reevaluates the patient’s nursing needs, communicating any changes in need or condition to the physician, RN and other necessary clinical staff.
Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments and care of patient and documents patient care in electronic medical record according to department standards.
Delegates, prioritizes, requests and accepts guidance and assistance from others to ensure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner.
Makes nursing visits within the patient’s private home and facilities.
Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences and in-services as scheduled.
Participates in patient care conferences/IDT as directed by the Supervisor.
Assists the RN in performing specialized procedures as directed.
Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Adheres to the PIC mission and values. Supports the organization.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Oregon.
Minimum of 1-year recent experience in a clinical setting; home health/ hospice care experience preferred.
At least 18 years of age.
Excellent assessment, problem-solving skills, nursing skills per competency checklist.
Strong clinical judgment and patient triaging skills are vital; efficient time management with minimal oversight; communication skills (with other care team members including physicians); positive phone interaction/customer service; and computer skills.
Ability to pass a background test, drug screen, and TB test.
Valid CPR Certification.
Current automobile insurance, valid Oregon driver’s license, and reliable transportation required for those working in the field.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient care.
Work Environment:
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances.
May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
Handles emergency or crisis situations.
OSHA exposure category 1: Position includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues.
Required Personal Protective Equipment as conditions warrant: Gloves, gown, mask, mask with shield, goggles, shoe covers, bouffant cap.