Full-Time Hospice LVN

Deercreekseniorliving; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking an LPN/LVN at Deercreek Senior Living in Sherman, Texas to provide direct patient care under RN supervision within a hospice setting. The role follows the plan of care and requires accurate documentation and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates will have an active LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and at least three years of nursing experience, with hospice knowledge and a valid driver’s license. On-call duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed practical nurse or vocational nurse program graduate.
• Three years nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification and current state license required.
• Understands hospice concept and terminally ill patient needs.
• Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Follow plan of care and document services accurately.
• Educate patients and families about diagnosis and self-care.
• Coordinate hospice services with interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with pain and symptom management.
• Participate in on-call duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by RN.

Skills

CPR certification

Verbal & written communication

Organization skills

Driver with insured car

Hospice knowledge

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

SUMMARYThe 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.Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities1. Provides direct patient care as defined in 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 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. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.10. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policyThe 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 Qualifications1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.2. Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.3. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.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.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.