Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights)
About The Position
Care 360 Hospice is hiring a full-time Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients receiving end-of-life care in facilities and/or their homes in Franklin County, Ohio, and the surrounding area. The schedule is Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM. The role includes providing after-hours on-call services and completing skilled visits. The stated salary range is $31.25–$34.13, based on experience (BOE). The LPN assists Registered Nurses in carrying out patient plans of care and performing specialized procedures, as defined by the state nurse practice act, when directed by an RN under physician orders. The position also includes participating in interdisciplinary group meetings, helping keep plans of care current and addressing identified issues, reinforcing end-of-life education for patients and families, and keeping the RN case manager informed of changes. The nurse is expected to pursue ongoing professional and vocational development through education, in-service programs, workshops, conferences, organizational participation, and independent research.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nursing degree.
- At least 1 year of skilled care or acute care experience as an LPN.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance coverage.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice or home health experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care to end-of-life patients through visits in facilities and/or patients’ homes.
- Provide after-hours on-call services and complete skilled visits.
- Assist Registered Nurses in carrying out the plan of care.
- Assist an RN with specialized procedures as defined by the state nurse practice act, under RN direction and physician orders.
- Participate in interdisciplinary group meetings to help keep the patient’s plan of care current and ensure identified issues are addressed.
- Reinforce patient and family education regarding end-of-life care.
- Keep the RN case manager informed of changes noted during the care process.
- Pursue personal and vocational growth through nursing organizations, in-service programs, on-the-job learning, further education, workshops, conferences, professional meetings, and individual research.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
- Growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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