Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN  (PRN) - Hospice Care

Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN), Hospice

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

The Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN), Hospice provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician/medical director by following the order sets created by the RNCM. The LPN I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations, as outlined by the state.

Provides skilled nursing care in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physician/medical director

Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN

Reconciles medications prescribed by the physician

Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care

Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education

Understands and practices agency policies and procedures

One year of experience as an LPN in an acute care setting is strongly recommended. Hospice care experience is desired.

Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Knowledgeable on nursing best practices. Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments. Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment.

Maintains active LPN license in state of employment Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge Reading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100% Communications Skills - Constantly 66%-100% Computers / PDA - Constantly 66%-100% Physical Walking - Frequently 34%-66% Bending - Occasionally 2%-33% Standing - Occasionally 2%-33% Sitting - Frequently 34%-66% Driving - Frequently 34%-66% Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Occasionally 2%-33% Stretching/Reaching - Occasionally 2%-33% Climbing - Occasionally 2%-33% Hand/finger dexterity - Constantly 66%-100% Stooping (bend at waist) - Occasionally 2%-33% Sensory Activities Distinguish smell/temperature - Occasionally 2%-33% Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100% Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100% Talking on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66% Hearing in person - Constantly 66%-100% Hearing on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66% Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100% Other Sensory Activities N/A We'll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Summa Health