Office Licensed Practical Nurse

Serenity Hospice Care•Springfield, NJ

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Serenity Hospice Care is seeking a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its North Office team. The In-Office LPN provides clinical and administrative support to the interdisciplinary hospice team by helping coordinate patient care, reviewing documentation, communicating with field clinicians and providers, and ensuring compliance with hospice regulations and company policies. The role is based in the Springfield, New Jersey office.

Requirements

Current New Jersey Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
Professional, compassionate, and patient-centered attitude.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year of hospice experience preferred.
Experience with hospice EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical support to the Director of Nursing, RN Case Managers, and interdisciplinary team.
Review patient charts for completeness and regulatory compliance.
Process physician orders and ensure timely signatures.
Assist with medication profile reviews and documentation.
Coordinate communication with physicians, pharmacies, facilities, and referral sources.
Answer clinical phone calls and appropriately triage patient and family concerns.
Assist with admissions, recertifications, and discharge documentation as needed.
Monitor incoming laboratory reports, orders, and clinical documentation.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR).
Support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Assist with scheduling and coordinating patient visits when necessary.
Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
Ensure compliance with CHAP, Medicare, and hospice regulations.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support office operations.