LPN, Hospice House NIGHTS

Chapters Health•Clermont, FL

About The Position

The Hospice LPN works under RN supervision to provide nursing interventions and teaching that maximize patient comfort and enhance the quality of life for patients and families. The role includes providing care according to the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), monitoring and reporting patient status, performing specified IV and venous access procedures, and documenting care in the medical record. The position may require cross-training to Hospice House positions with equivalent licensure, certification, and scope of practice when staffing needs arise. During emergencies, the LPN may be required to report to a company-designated location earlier than scheduled and stay overnight as needed to maintain continuity of services.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
IV certification required at hire beginning November 10, 2024; employees in the job before that date must obtain certification by June 10, 2025.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Current Hope employees must obtain BLS by January 1, 2025; current Capital Caring employees must obtain it by November 1, 2024.
Valid driver's license and automobile insurance in accordance with Company policy.
Reliable transportation to meet the visit schedule.
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Flexible schedule to meet patient needs.
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families.
Ability to perform essential job functions and physical requirements, including lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing or pulling, and kneeling, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work within the scope of practice under state regulations.
Satisfactorily complete the competency requirements for the position.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Employees performing services for Florida affiliates must undergo eligibility verification through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse after a conditional offer and maintain ongoing eligibility.

Nice To Haves

For work in an inpatient unit, a certificate of completion of a 30-hour Infusion Therapy Course and an in-house 8-hour Infusion Class are preferred.

Responsibilities

Under RN direction, provide nursing tasks to patients and families, including continuous care, dressing changes, and catheter changes identified in the IDG-developed plan of care.
Apply Company policies and procedures in medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.
Observe and monitor patients for changes in body systems, pain, and symptoms, and report findings to the RN.
Observe and report signs of adverse reactions and responses to treatments to the RN.
After collaborating with the RN, report findings to physicians, APRNs, and physician assistants.
Perform venipuncture for blood specimens.
Observe and inspect Central Venous Line (CVL) sites; change venous access device dressings and caps; flush venous access devices; administer IV medications and fluids and IV pushes per procedure; and perform venipuncture.
Do not make changes to infusion pumps, including rate changes or IV bag changes.
Document in the medical record according to policy and procedure.
During emergencies, report to a company-designated location as needed, including before a scheduled shift or staying overnight, to ensure continuity of services.
Cross-train to Hospice House positions of equal licensure, certification, and scope when required by census and flexible staffing needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Represent the Company professionally and comply with applicable government regulations, Company policies and procedures, and health, safety, security, and confidentiality practices.
Use resources responsibly; participate in organizational, departmental, and individual performance improvement; maintain professional knowledge and skills; advance electronic media skills; support research and educational activities; share expertise with coworkers; and participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.