HHCLPN

Waveny Brand; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Waveny Brand in Wilton, Connecticut, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate care to hospice patients. Responsibilities include coordinating care with primary care nurses and assisting with patient self-care techniques.

Certification as an LPN and CPR is required, along with strong organizational skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited program for licensed practical nurses.
• Hold a current Connecticut LPN license and CPR certification.
• Experience in hospice care for patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled nursing care as directed by physician and PCN.
• Assist RN in specialized procedures and patient self-care techniques.
• Coordinate daily patient needs with PCN.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Computer competency

End-of-life care experience

Education

State of Connecticut accredited program for LPN

Job description

• Graduate of a State of Connecticut accredited program for licensed practical nurses.
• A current Connecticut LPN license and CPR certification.
• Computer competency.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with end-of-life care for hospice patients

Responsibilities

Patient Care, following the plan of care and supervision of the primary care nurse (PCN)

• Delivers skilled nursing care and treatments in a compassionate, patient-centered manner according to physician orders, and within scope of practice, as directed by PCN and/or IDG for hospice patients
• Assists the RN in performing specialized procedures and duties which include preparing equipment and materials for treatment, observing appropriate infection control practices, and assisting the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques
• Coordinates with PCN to prioritize the needs of the patients for the day.
• Assists the PCN and/or IDG for hospice patients in carrying out the plan of care.
• Notifies the physician, PCN and the supervisor timely regarding significant changes in the patient’s status.
• Completes documentation of visit notes, case communications and orders on a timely basis
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
• Reports to PCN at the end of each workday/shift regarding the status of each patient visited including plan for next visit and updates to visit schedule to meet patient needs..
• Participates in health promotional activities such as blood pressure and influenza clinics and the delivery of telehealth services or other agency services within scope of practice and as assigned.

Educational

• Certified in CPR.
• Attends yearly OSHA in-service.
• Identifies knowledge gaps and remedies this independently.
• Attends minimum 12 hours of in‑services per year, including end‑of‑life care topics..
• Shares information with other Agency personnel.

All Agency Employees Must:

Maintain staff and patient confidentiality.

Abide by related Agency policies and appropriate departmental procedures.

Perform other appropriate duties as required by VNHFC.

HIPAA Security Level

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Licensed Practical Nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer

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