Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse Continuous Care Nights

Addus HomeCare; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Addus HomeCare is seeking an experienced LPN/LVN in Mason, Ohio to provide direct patient care in a compassionate environment. The role demands implementation of nursing practices, accurate documentation, and patient education.

Ideal candidates will have three years of nursing experience, current CPR certification, and a solid understanding of hospice philosophy. Competitive benefits include comprehensive medical packages, 401(k) matching, and generous time-off accruals.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, hospice, or medical/surgical.
• Valid driver’s license with insured automobile as per state requirements.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement nursing practices according to assessment and care plan.
• Document patient services accurately and timely.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Pain/symptom management

Education

Graduate of accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Current CPR Certification

Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN

Job description

Schedule

3 12-hour night shifts each week, including every other weekend

What We Offer

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Hospice Certification benefit and salary increase
• Merit Increases
• Night Shift Differential
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
• Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care
• Participate in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group
• Provide appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluate the patient’s response to treatments/medications

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or a vocational nursing program
• Three years of nursing experience. Community health, hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the practicing state
• Must possess current CPR Certification
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
• Valid driver’s license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements
• Understands the philosophy of hospice concept and the needs of the terminally ill