Hospice PCA Admin- FT LPN/MA

Lifecare Home Health Family•Henderson, NV

12d

About The Position

The Hospice Patient Care Assistant is a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team who assists team members with their functions to ensure timely, cohesive services. The role maintains hospice patients’ clinical records, serves as a liaison among team members, and supports the day-to-day management of patients and families receiving hospice care. The position reports directly to the Director of Patient Care Services.

Requirements

At least two years of recent experience in an acute or sub-acute care setting.
Excellent communication skills.
Desire to work as an integral member of the hospice team under the direction of the Director of Patient Care Services or designee.

Nice To Haves

LPN or MA graduation certificate from an accredited school.
License in good standing with the state board of nursing in the state where the hospice program is licensed.
Demonstrated ability to perform nursing activities within the LPN or CNA scope of practice and respond to the needs of patients and families who have chosen supportive care.

Responsibilities

Open, maintain, and close clinical records in the approved format and complete seven-day audits.
Ensure both physician signatures are obtained on the Initial Plan of Care within five days of admission.
Enter data and visits into Mumms software.
Serve as a liaison among staff, volunteers, patients, and families.
Respond appropriately and professionally to calls from patients, families, professionals, and staff.
Arrange transportation for changes in level of care and complete and fax paperwork according to facility guidelines.
Initiate paperwork for coordinating care plans in long-term care facilities and prepare binders for facility charts as needed.
Assist with scheduling and staffing as requested.
Ensure each patient’s clinical record is complete and required documentation is filed promptly.
Notify appropriate team members of patient discharges and close files according to the approved format.
Order and monitor supplies and durable medical equipment.
Prepare documentation for interdisciplinary team meetings as directed.
Accept field assignments as needed.
Accept on-call assignments when requested and scheduled.
Perform other assignments as required.