Hospice LPN

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EMPLOYEE-CENTERED, PATIENT FOCUSED, LOCALLY OWNED HOSPICE?

We are an EMPLOYEE-CENTERED, PATIENT-FOCUSED, LOCALLY-OWNED organization that is offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and their families during challenging times. Our hospice agency is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to patients and their loved ones as they navigate the journey towards the end of life. We are seeking compassionate individuals who share our commitment to providing comfort, dignity, and quality of life to those in need. If you're passionate about offering holistic care and creating a supportive environment, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our hospice agency. Join Guiding Light Hospice today in making a difference every day.

BENEFITS

• Highly Competitive Salary
• Paid Weekly
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO Plan
• Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Centered Patient Focused Organization

HOSPICE LPN JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.  Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
5. Participates in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.  Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician, or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
7. Provide appropriate pain/symptom management.  Evaluate patient’s response to treatments/medications.
8. Participates in personal professional growth and development.  Also participates in the organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Position Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
2. Three years of nursing experience.  Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia.
4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
8. Understands philosophy of hospice concept.  Also understands needs of the terminally ill.