Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Part Time Weekends

Ecumen•North Branch, MN

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to residents/patients, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Clinical Director. Ecumen Hospice North Branch is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those that find themselves in the later stages of life by providing a level of comfort and quality of life that makes each person feel honored and supported as their life continues to have significance.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program
Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working
Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
Basic computer skills
Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

Previous experience providing senior care/healthcare setting

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care to patients within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Responsible for coordination and direction of patient care.
Coordinates care and services with other departments/providers from the time of admission to discharge.
Assists Registered Nurse with completion of assessments, documentation, and data collection within scope of practice and acting timely on findings.
Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered.
Observes and monitors patient’s condition and reports changes as appropriate.
Ensures that all physicians’ orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames.
Maintains safety of all patients and team members.
Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person.
Ensures that all staff follows the infection control policy and procedure.
Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area.
Performs other duties as assigned.