License Practical Nurse- Hospice

Beloit Health System; Town of Turtle (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join Beloit Regional Hospice in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, triage calls, and collaboration with RN case managers and the clinical team.

The LPN will support day-to-day hospice operations, complete clinical tasks, and assist with staff training and marketing initiatives as needed. A Wisconsin license is required, with IL license considered for cross-state flexibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited practical nursing program.
• Active Wisconsin LPN at time of hire.
• Illinois LPN preferred; if not active IL License within 30 days of hire.
• 2 years' experience in Palliative Care or Hospice preferred

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities of the hospice staff and clinical services, including clinical and clerical duties.
• Provide telephone calls and patient triage support
• Supply and DME ordering
• Complete audits, documentation review, and related follow-up
• Complete patient visits as needed
• Assist with and participate in marketing opportunities
• Support RN case managers with patient needs and follow up to phone calls
• Assist clinical manager with staff training, competencies, meeting minutes
• Provide coverage for palliative care for vacation and ill-time coverage

Skills

Computer proficiency

Public speaking

Education

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Active Wisconsin LPN at time of hire

Illinois LPN preferred; license within 30 days of hire

Job description

Beloit Health System is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Beloit Regional Hospice team.

• Shift: 1st
• Schedule: 8a-4p
• Hours per week:40 hours per week
• Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible
• Department: Beloit Regional Hospice

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Beloit Regional Hospice will support the day-to-day activities of the hospice staff and clinical services, including clinical and clerical duties. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Beloit Regional Hospice provides information and services as a resource to others; achieves defined agency objectives in compliance with established and required guidelines. The primary focus of the position is to facilitate the highest quality of care through comprehensive and consistent support.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Beloit Regional Hospice will:

• Exhibit each of the Beloit Health System Behavior Standards and role modeling excellence for all to see
• Provide telephone calls and patient triage support
• Supply and DME (durable medical equipment) ordering
• Complete audits, documentation review, and related follow-up
• Complete Patient visits as needed
• Assist with and participate in marketing opportunities
• Support RN case managers with patient needs and follow up to phone calls
• Assist clinical manager with staff training, competencies, meeting minutes
• Provide coverage for palliative care for vacation and ill-time coverage

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of accredited practical nursing program
• Active Wisconsin LPN at time of hire
• Illinois LPN preferred, if not active IL at hire, must apply for IL License within 30 days of hire
• 2 years' experience in Palliative Care or Hospice preferred
• Demonstrated ability to interact with wide variety of medical, professional and community groups
• Computer proficiency and strong public speaking skills
• Must have valid driver's license
• Must have and maintain auto insurance coverage that meets requirements and maintains reliable vehicle
• Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions
• Current CPR required