Hospice LPN — Travel & Home Care Nurse

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Alliance, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide hospice home-based care in the Indianapolis area. You will implement plans of care, educate caregivers, and participate on the patient’s care team under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting care, coordinating discharge planning, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to achieve improved outcomes. Travel is required up to 75% of the time.

Qualifications

• Must hold LPN license issued by the state licensing board.
• 1 year hospice experience preferred.
• 3 years acute or long-term care experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Driver’s license required.
• Auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Implement nursing plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Provide home-based patient care based on physician orders and the established nursing plan of care.
• Report changes in patient status to the HospiceRN and document appropriately.
• Collaborate with HospiceRN and multidisciplinary team to individualize care and goals.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments to inform the care team.
• Contribute to discharge planning and coordinate follow-up resources.
• Document patient care information and ensure timely records following policies.
• Educate patients and caregivers about hospice services and transition to ongoing care.

Job description

Franciscan Alliance, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide hospice home-based care in the Indianapolis area. You will implement plans of care, educate caregivers, and participate on the patient’s care team under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting care, coordinating discharge planning, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to achieve improved outcomes. Travel is required up to 75% of the time.