Hospice LPN: Compassionate Patient-Centered Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an experienced Hospice LPN for our Sawtelle House in Reading, MA. You will perform nursing visits, provide palliative care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient and family goals.

Active MA LPN license, NLNAC-accredited program completion, and BLS certification are required. Two+ years in acute care/rehab/home care with hospice experience preferred. Competitive pay, generous PTO and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts LPN license required.
• Graduate from an LPN program accredited by NLNAC.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification.
• 2+ years as an LPN in acute care, rehab or home care setting.
• 1+ year hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing visits to hospice patients as assigned by the Hospice RN Case Manager or Hospice Clinical Manager.
• Provide hospice nursing care using palliative care principles to meet care plan outcomes.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to MD and Hospice RN Case Manager.
• Participate in patient/family health teaching.
• Respect patient and family cultural beliefs and values; support goals and treatment preferences.
• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team.
• Attend regular IDT meetings.
• Follow HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines.

Skills

Active MA LPN license

BLS certification

Hospice experience preferred

Education

NLNAC-accredited LPN program

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an experienced Hospice LPN for our Sawtelle House in Reading, MA. You will perform nursing visits, provide palliative care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient and family goals.

Active MA LPN license, NLNAC-accredited program completion, and BLS certification are required. Two+ years in acute care/rehab/home care with hospice experience preferred. Competitive pay, generous PTO and benefits are available.