Licensed Practical Nurse (Hospice) Full-Time

ProCare Hospice of Nevada•Paradise, NV

9d•$30 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides direct palliative care to terminally ill patients and their families while functioning within a medically approved plan of care. The LPN will deliver services under the direction of the interdisciplinary team and will be supervised by the RN Clinical Coordinator(s) and Director of Nursing.

Requirements

Must be currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing in the State of Nevada
Must be able to demonstrate basic LPN qualifications and successfully pass initial direct and indirect supervision competency items prior to direct care with a patient
Successful completion of a background check pursuant to NRS 449.188 and NRS 179A.100 along with a pre-employment drug screen and physical, TB testing, previous employment and reference checking, and an MVR (may include verification of education)
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
CPR/First Aid certification is required
Must be able to handle frequent interruptions
Must be able to cope with emotionally charged situations encompassing, patients, families, and other caregivers
Must have the strength and endurance required for standing, walking, lifting, bending, and pushing on a consistent basis between 10 and 50 lbs., and the ability to go up and down stairs as needed
Utilizes appropriate durable medical equipment as needed, in a safe manner
Uses appropriate body mechanics as needed for safe personal and patient care
Is subject to potential exposure of infectious waste, disease, and conditions, including TB, HIV and Hepatitis B
Category 1 for potential exposure to blood/body fluids. (Requires the performance of procedures or other tasks in the work routine that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them. Protective measures should be used while engaged in Category 1 tasks with exposure potential.)
Utilizes appropriate PPE as needed
Follow the designated plan of action in the event of a fire or other emergency/disaster
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, work-related stresses, and driving hazards
The individual may be required to drive to meetings with clients or health care professionals and patient’s homes
Must have a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance and reliable transportation
Must maintain current CPR/BLS certification

Nice To Haves

Prefer 1 year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in hospice, home health or geriatric care

Responsibilities

Fosters and maintains an effective working relationship between co-workers, patients, and other professional members of the community
Ensures exceptional customer service to patients, family members and team members
Follows an individualized Plan of Care established by the interdisciplinary team for each patient
Gathers data as assigned by the RN
Immediately reports any changes to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team
Reports unusual conditions, observations, and pertinent information to the nurse
Understands and provides basic principles of palliative care and pain management within the Scope of Practice
Complies with all documentation policies and procedures
Completes appropriate documentation in a legible and timely manner
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings
Provides care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
Provides intervention and support as needed related to terminal illness and loss
Provides emotional and spiritual support and makes appropriate referrals to other team members
Facilitates communication among patient, family, and hospice team
Identifies caregiver strain which may necessitate respite relief and/or support
Educates and assists the patient and family with coping of the terminally ill patient.
Provides personal care as assigned by the Interdisciplinary Team, Physician, Director of Nursing, and Supervising RN, which may consist of but not limited to: Home visits, IPU coverage, Nursing reassessment following RN initial assessment, Medication management and administration, Provide comfort measures, Insertion/maintenance/removal of foley catheters, Insertion/maintenance/removal of various IV catheters for pain control/comfort per scope of practice and only if IV certified, Vital signs (B/P, T, P, R), Assist with ambulation/transfers, Wound care
Follows the State of Nevada Nurse Practice Act during all patient care activities
Other duties as assigned
Adheres to patient rights, abuse reporting and confidentiality policies
Attends scheduled staff meetings and or in-service training
Adheres to departmental dress code requirements related to uniform, personal grooming, and other attire
Participates in Performance Improvement activities as requested.
Demonstrates reliability by making every attempt to report to work on time, providing proper notification for absence or tardiness and following company policies related to time off requests
Demonstrates effective time management skills by coordinating activities to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency
Willing to adjust or revise work schedules as requested
Assumes responsibility for on-going personal development and continuing education
Seeks guidance from a higher authority as needed