Hospice LPN - Territory

ashealthnet; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center Home Health and Hospice in Canton, OH is seeking an experienced Hospice LPN to provide compassionate, skilled nursing care to patients in their homes and support families throughout their hospice journey. You will work closely with the RN and interdisciplinary team to promote comfort, safety, and quality of life.

The role involves following the patient’s plan of care, administering medications, documenting accurately, and participating in on-call and team trainings.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state of employment.
• One year of LPN experience strongly preferred; hospice experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance with your name listed as a driver.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care according to the patient's plan of care and physician orders.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN.
• Administer and reconcile medications as prescribed.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding disease progression and comfort care.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with the care team regarding patient needs and changes.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities, case conferences, required training, and meetings.
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Practical nursing program graduate

LPN license

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Mercy Medical Center Home Health and Hospice

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 10:00PM - 8:00AM

How you will make a difference!!

As a Hospice LPN with Mercy Medical Center Home Health & Hospice, you will provide compassionate, skilled nursing care to patients in their homes while supporting patients and families throughout their hospice journey. You will work closely with the RN and interdisciplinary team to promote comfort, safety, and quality of life.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide skilled nursing care according to the patient's plan of care and physician orders.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN.
• Administer and reconcile medications as prescribed.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding disease progression and comfort care.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with the care team regarding patient needs and changes.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities, case conferences, required training, and meetings.
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current LPN license in the state of employment.
• One year of LPN experience strongly preferred; hospice experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance with your name listed as a driver.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted LPN license.

We'll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.