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Signature Coast Home Health and Hospice | Home Health and Hospice LPN | Full Time NE | Lincoln City, OR
full-time•Lincoln City
About this role
JOB SUMMARY Hospice LPN
The Licensed Practical/Vocational 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.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
Participates in coordination of Hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and the Interdisciplinary Group.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
Job Summary Home Health LPN
The Licensed Practical/Vocational 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.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
What you'll do
- The Hospice LPN is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, following the plan of care, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Duties include implementing care plans, documenting patient information, and managing pain and symptoms.
About Signature Healthcare at Home
Remaining in the comfort of your home as you age can contribute to enhancing your quality of life. At home, your family and friends are near and you are surrounded by the comforts of familiarity – alleviating much of the stress associated with aging or recovering from an illness or injury in an unfamiliar setting.
Signature Healthcare at Home understands that where you call home can include a variety of settings – from the place you have called home for decades, a new house, or apartment to an assisted living or skilled nursing facility. We also know the place you call home is special. That is why our comprehensive personal home-based services take into account your specific needs and offer a range of services so you can heal wherever you call home.
Our dedicated Home Care, Home Health, Palliative Care, Primary Care and Hospice professionals are here to guide you through what can be life’s most difficult times. Contact Signature Healthcare at Home so we can be with you on this journey together.
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