Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [PRN]

IMAGE STRATEGIC PARTNERS•Sallisaw, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position participates in the delivery of care as set by the care plan created by the RN Case Manager and the interdisciplinary team. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists with planning and implementing an ongoing audit reimbursement program in accordance with federal, state, and Hospice standards, under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role requires a willingness to be flexible and agile as a field LPN, reporting findings and concerns to the RN Case Manager. The LPN will audit one complete chart for each field nurse in the QAPI team monthly and possesses adequate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice benefit and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered and the regulatory standard of care is provided. The LPN will make visits as scheduled, maintain patient rights and dignity, and assure the care of the dying patient, optimizing his/her comfort and dignity.

Requirements

Successful completion of LPN or LVN training program
1 year related experience
Current LPN license
driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance

Nice To Haves

Previous hospice or home health experience a plus

Responsibilities

Participates in the delivery of care as set by the care plan created by the RN Case Manager and the interdisciplinary team.
Assists with planning and implementing ongoing audit reimbursement program in accordance with federal, state, and Hospice standards, under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Reports findings and concerns to the RN Case Manager.
Audits one complete chart for each field nurse in the QAPI team monthly.
Makes visits as scheduled
Maintains patient rights and dignity.
Assures the care of the dying patient, optimizing his/her comfort and dignity.