LPN (Beaches/LTC)

Community Hospice & Palliative Care • Jacksonville, FL

2d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies. The LPN supports the delivery of compassionate, high-quality care in hospice and palliative care settings, performing assigned clinical tasks and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients and caregivers.

Requirements

• Current Florida LPN license
• IV Certification (Florida preferred)
• Current CPR certification
• Graduate from an accredited Florida Board of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nurses
• Minimum of two (2) years of patient care experience required
• Must be willing to work at various hospice centers or teams as needed
• Participation in organizational quality and safety programs is expected
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care and hospice nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and modifying patient care plans in collaboration with the RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver patient-centered care, including administering medications and performing procedures within the LPN scope of practice.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the RN and physician; document accordingly.
• Educate patients and caregivers on appropriate self-care practices.
• Participate in discharge planning and team meetings.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Manage and order medical supplies as needed.
• Facilitate communication between care team members and physicians.
• Support organizational initiatives such as disaster preparedness and performance improvement activities.
• Administer IV therapy as permitted by licensure and training.
• Follow general safety and infection control procedures.
• Demonstrate professional relationships with internal and external customers.
• Promote the organization’s image.
• Use chain of command for problem solving.
• Demonstrate appropriate dress and grooming.
• Display courtesy, tact, patience, and respect.
• Maintain good attendance and notify of absences per policy.
• Support all departments cooperatively.
• Participate in QAPI activities.
• Follow Clinical Care standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree