Compassionate LPN — Hospice Care (PRN)

SSM Health; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health, MO-Visiting Nurse Association of Greater St Louis, seeks an LPN for Hospice-House in St. Louis. This PRN role delivers direct patient care under RN/physician direction, following an established plan of care.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, 1 year LPN experience, and active licensure. Work shifts include 3 per month, with one weekend; day shift; you’ll collaborate with the care team and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or educational equivalency for licensing.
• One year licensed practical nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivers care to assigned clients and performs direct care in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Delivers safe care at all times that is in line with physician orders, home health policy and established nursing care standards.
• Maintains communication regarding patient progress with physician, supervisor, staff and family members as appropriate to the situation.
• Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
• Provides documentation that follows the established treatment plan, supports coordination of patient care, meets regulatory requirements and ensures reimbursement.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or educational equivalency for licensing

One year licensed practical nurse experience

Job description

SSM Health, MO-Visiting Nurse Association of Greater St Louis, seeks an LPN for Hospice-House in St. Louis. This PRN role delivers direct patient care under RN/physician direction, following an established plan of care.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, 1 year LPN experience, and active licensure. Work shifts include 3 per month, with one weekend; day shift; you’ll collaborate with the care team and families.