Hospice LPN - Easley, SC

Patriot Healthcare; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Easley, South Carolina, is seeking a Hospice LPN. This full-time role involves providing hospice services under physician orders, documenting patient care, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have a nursing degree and be licensed in South Carolina. The company offers a supportive culture, competitive pay, and various benefits including a retirement plan and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must be licensed to practice in the state of South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice services according to physician's orders.
• Perform nursing visits and notify of abnormal findings.
• Document direct patient care services appropriately.
• Coordinate with case managers and physicians.
• Maintain positive relationships with referral sources.

Skills

Nursing process application

Patient care documentation

Positive interpersonal relations

Communication

Education

Degree from an accredited school of nursing

Licensed to practice in South Carolina

Job description

Overview

The primary purpose of the Hospice LPN position is to provide hospice services according to physician’s orders and patient plan of treatment based on hospice policies and procedures, through the application of the nursing process. As a hospice LPN you work directly under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Stewards the philosophy/mission of PH Healthcare, Inc which focuses on the overriding values of human dignity and respectful response to the needs of persons with life threatening/terminal and/or chronic illnesses.
• Follows the Nursing Standards of PH Healthcare, Inc.
• Builds and maintains positive working relations with potential referral sources.
• Perform nursing visits as needed. Notify case manager or physician of any abnormal findings.
• Demonstrate familiarity with policies of the hospice, state, and federal regulations pertaining to hospice and general nursing services.
• Implement hospice nursing care in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Clinical Services as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
• Participate in the hospice quality assurance program as directed by the Director of Clinical Services.
• Build effective relationships with contracted facility nursing staff to ensure that the hospice care service is well integrated into the facility plan of care for hospice patients.
• Full and appropriate documentation of direct patient care services to support successful professional billing of these services.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.

Qualifications

Must possess a degree from an accredited school of nursing and must be licensed to practice in the state of South Carolina.

Job Type

Full-time

Why Join Patriot Healthcare?

• A team-first culture that values your expertise and input
• Supportive leadership and clear communication
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance with options for Additional Life Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement (for qualifying positions)
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts