Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse
About The Position
Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice is a community-focused, not-for-profit organization providing home health and hospice care, along with health promotion, long-term care, and maternal-and-child health services. The Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works with patients, nurse case managers, physicians, and families to implement plans of care in accordance with state and federal regulations and CVHHH policies. The role includes nursing interventions, patient and family education, monitoring patient conditions, and providing comfort measures. The LPN maintains accurate electronic documentation, communicates promptly with the healthcare team, and represents the agency professionally while supporting patients’ quality of life and dignity during the final stages of illness.
Requirements
- Valid Vermont LPN license.
- At least one year of progressive clinical experience.
- Valid Vermont driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice experience.
Responsibilities
- Determine patient care needs and carry out goal-oriented plans of care.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Work autonomously under RN direction and use supervisory support when necessary.
- Help clients explore available care options and alternative plans to solve problems and achieve desired outcomes.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and respond promptly to calls.
- Communicate effectively and promptly with members of the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with patients, nurse case managers, physicians, and families to implement plans of care.
- Carry out nursing interventions, provide patient and family education, monitor patient conditions, and provide comfort measures.
- Represent the agency professionally and support patients’ quality of life and dignity.
Benefits
- 28 days of combined time off in the first year.
- Opportunity to start the workday from home.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance.
- Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs.
- Employer first-dollar group health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between patients.
- Discounts at local vendors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
