Continuous Care LPN Middlesex, Union, and Somerset Counties

Grace Healthcare Services; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Healthcare Services is seeking an LPN to deliver hospice continuous care across New Jersey. The role focuses on identifying patient and family needs and implementing the plan of care under the supervision of the RN Case Manager.

You will provide direct bedside nursing, document care and interventions, administer medications, and coordinate with the care team. Travel within NJ is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with NJ license.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and patient needs.
• Willingness to travel within the state of NJ.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct bedside nursing care to patients.
• Document care, interventions, medications, and supplies used.
• Coordinate with RN Case Manager and care team to implement the plan of care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Medication administration

Documentation

Nursing assessment

Travel within NJ

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

Continuous Care LPNs or RNs all areas in NJ

Grace was founded in 2005

It is our belief that the delivery of hospice care can be taken to a new level of excellence by those who understand the privilege of what it means to serve the terminally ill. The privilege of serving patients at the end of life throughout New Jersey. We are dedicated to advancing the quality of hospice care in the communities that we serve. Our promise is to utilize the inherent expertise of our staff to educate consumers and serve patients and families with the highest level of dignity and grace.

Job Summary

The Hospice Continuous Care LPN is pivotal in identifying the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient and family. The LPN works under the supervision and direction of the RN Case Manager and initiates the appropriate interventions in support of the patient and family. The LPN also follows a comprehensive and responsive plan of care.

Job Description

• This position does not have supervisory duties
• Provide direct skilled bedside nursing care to patients.
• Ensure and document care and interventions provided as well as appropriate use of medication, durable medical equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• NJ Nurse License required
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience
• Understanding of Hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to travel within the state of NJ