Licensed Practical Nurse PRN
About The Position
Legacy Hospice is hiring a compassionate per diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care in and around the Winchester area. The LPN provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, following the plan of care, providing treatment, and collaborating with team members to support positive patient care outcomes. The role includes assessing and reevaluating patient and family or caregiver needs, contributing to updates to the plan of care with the RN Case Manager, communicating with physicians and the RN Case Manager, and maintaining timely, accurate, and complete electronic clinical records.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse program.
- Current, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of practice.
- At least three years of LPN experience in community health or a medical-surgical or acute-care setting.
- Computer proficiency, including typing and use of various programs, with an electronic medical record (EMR) background.
- Current CPR certification if required by the state.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice or home health experience.
Responsibilities
- Assess and evaluate patient status by following the plan of care, regularly reevaluating patient and family or caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care as needed in conjunction with the RN Case Manager.
- Provide focused physical assessments while considering physical, emotional, and spiritual factors that may affect health, well-being, and quality of life.
- Attend and provide support at the time of death, with a physician's order and in accordance with local regulations.
- Communicate regularly with the attending physician and RN Case Manager about patient needs, report changes in patient condition, and obtain or receive physician orders as required.
- Monitor and maintain electronic clinical records to meet regulatory requirements for timeliness, accuracy, and completeness, clearly documenting problems, actions, goals, and changes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
