LPN/LVN On-Call - Part Time

Heart to Heart Hospice•Evansville, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time, on-call position for an LPN/LVN to provide nursing care on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 AM to 8 PM. The role involves supplementing the nursing care needs of patients under the direction of the On Call RN/Triage RN, providing home visits, assisting the RN in carrying out the Plan of Care, and educating patients on self-care techniques. The position also requires assisting the RN and/or physician with end-of-life care duties and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing
Current State License as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
Two years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting, hospice or home health preferred
Current State Driver's License
Must have reliable transportation and provide ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance

Nice To Haves

Hospice or home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the On Call RN/Triage RN, supplements the nursing care needs of the patient as provided by the RN and as specified in the Plan of Care (POC).
Provide home visits as directed by the On Call RN/Triage RN to observe and report findings to the appropriate RN.
Assist the RN in caring out the POC.
Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Provide services in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and regulations that define the scope of services.
Assist the RN and/or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
Timely submission of all documentation.
Performance of other duties as required.
Ensure overall compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.