Licensed Practical Nurse for Hospice Services

Affinis Hospice, LLC; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinis Hospice, LLC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services to Hospice Services patients in accordance with the Plan of Care and applicable regulations. The LPN will deliver direct patient care, document care provided, and educate patients and families while supporting the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires flexible travel to patients’ homes or facilities, strong communication skills, and commitment to high-quality, compassionate care within a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university or graduation from an approved LPN program.
• Current license/registration as an LPN in the state of hire.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined by the LPN State Nurse Practice Act.
• Follow the Plan of Care initiated by the Hospice Services RN.
• Document Hospice patient services accurately and promptly to reflect the Plan of Care.
• Assess and educate patients, families and caregivers about diagnosis and plan of care.
• Coordinate with agency services and report needs to Interdisciplinary Group members.
• Promote patient comfort, manage pain and symptoms, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Home visits

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN license

Nursing degree or LPN program

Job description

Join us at Affinis Hospice - a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that’s known for the highest level of care in our communities Responsible for providing nursing services to the Hospice Services patients and as prescribed by the physician to be in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, Federal Regulations and any other regulations defining Georgia's Hospice Aide services. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the provision of a number of services to meet the patients' personal care needs and to promote their comfort and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the LPN State Nurse Practice Act
• Implements current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved Plan of Care initiated by the Hospice Services Registered Nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of Hospice patient services to reflect the Plan of Care.
• Assesses and provides Hospice Services patient/family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and Plan of Care.
• Participates in coordination of agency services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for agency Interdisciplinary Group members.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management; evaluates Hospice Services patient's response(s) to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Also participates in the organization's quality management program.
• Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
• Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
• Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
• Transports self to patient's home/Facility, may be in multiple locations in a workday
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, department heads, administrators, member organization presidents and their leadership teams, and the general public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university or is a graduate of an approved LPN program
• Current license / registration by state of hire as a LPN.
• Current CPR certification.
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As a non-profit organization, CHSGa provides access to care across the healthcare spectrum in all 159 Georgia counties. We are invested in our organization, our healthcare professionals, and the communities in which we live and work. Our mission inspires us to act boldly to address the needs of a growing, mature population in Georgia. We will continue to innovate and advance change in healthcare to better people's lives in the state of Georgia.