Hospice LPN — Compassionate Home Care & Wound Care

Optum; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Commonwealth Hospice of Forty Fort in Danville, PA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate patient care in patients' homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role involves administering medications, assisting with daily activities, and supporting physicians and RNs with procedures. A valid LPN license and reliable transportation are required, with CPR certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff RN daily.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations.
• Assists the physician and/or staff RN in performing specialized procedures as needed.
• Assists the patient with daily activities and encourages appropriate self-care daily.
• Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel regarding pertinent changes in the patient's condition as needed.
• Performs complex wound care if in-service is documented for specific procedure daily or as needed.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Skills

CPR certification

Home health care

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Commonwealth Hospice of Forty Fort in Danville, PA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate patient care in patients' homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role involves administering medications, assisting with daily activities, and supporting physicians and RNs with procedures. A valid LPN license and reliable transportation are required, with CPR certification preferred.