Home Care LPN
About The Position
Founded as Boulder Hospice in 1976, TRU Community Care is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Boulder, Denver, and surrounding counties. With a mission to affirm life at every step of the journey with illness and loss, TRU provides a continuum of care through TRU Hospice, TRU PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), TRU Palliative Care, TRU Grief Services, and Landmark Memory Care. JOB SUMMARY The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team; provides nursing care to the participant and assists the Registered Nurse with the implementation of the Plan of Care. The LPN provides care for the participant in a manner that promotes an interdisciplinary team approach, respects participant’s goals for care, meets Medicare/Medicaid conditions of participation and accreditation requirements and reflects the mission and philosophy of TRU PACE. Participates in all areas of clinical services.
Requirements
- Must possess a current LPN license in the state of Colorado
- Minimum one year LPN experience
- Must successfully pass agency required background checks and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- hospice or home health experience preferred
- Experience working with frail/elderly preferred
- Experience working with individuals with mental health needs desirable
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
- IV certification and phlebotomy skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Collects data regarding all body systems, signs and symptoms, deviations, acuity, vital signs, and responses in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and primary care physician,
- Incorporates participant preferences and goals within the plan of care
- Supports and respects the participant and caregiver’s unique diversity, including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
- Completes documentation in an accurate and timely manner as per agency standard and in compliance with regulatory standards
- Provides participant and caregiver education as appropriate; areas of education include, but are not limited to personal care, medications, procedures, safety, diet and nutrition, and health and wellness through the lifespan
Benefits
- Paid Vacation time
- 401(k) with match
- Health, dental, vision & life insurance
- FSA & HSA available
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- PSLF Eligible Employer
- Referral & signing bonuses (if applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
