Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Ascend Health; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Mileage Reimbursement

Opportunities to advance and grow your

career

Job summary

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care NJ is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Central Team. The LPN will assess and document the physical, mental, and emotional needs of patients and families in collaboration with the Hospice Nurse to guide symptom management and care plans.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, accurate documentation, and effective communication with families and an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• Hold a Valid and current LPN license within the state of operations.
• 1 year of clinical experience.
• Long Term Care/Home Care/Hospice experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Observes and documents the physical, mental and emotional needs of the patient and family on an ongoing basis.
• Consults with the Hospice Nurse regarding the patient's status and symptom management at appropriate levels.
• Delivers physical and psychological care as prescribed by the attending physician, as supervised by the Hospice Nurse and as approved by the IDC team.
• Monitors and documents patient/family input and response to care.
• Maintains continuity of patient care through ongoing communication with families and other health care professionals.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and all other meetings as assigned.
• Maintains sufficient and appropriate home care supplies for adequate patient care management.
• Collection of documentation and paperwork as requested by the Hospice Nurse.
• Assistance with clinical billing as deemed necessary
• Participates in orientation of new hospice aides as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice!

Now Hiring - Licensed Practical Nurse - Central Team

TheLicensed Practical Nursewill be responsible for, but are not limited to:

1. Observes and documents the physical, mental and emotional needs of the patient and family on an ongoing basis
2. Consults with the Hospice Nurse regarding the patient's status and symptom management at appropriate levels
3. Delivers physical and psychological care as prescribed by the attending physician, as supervised by the Hospice Nurse and as approved by the IDC team
4. Monitors and documents patient/family input and response to care
5. Maintains continuity of patient care through ongoing communication with families and other health care professionals
6. Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and all other meetings as assigned
7. Maintains sufficient and appropriate home care supplies for adequate patient care management
8. Collection of documentation and paperwork as requested by the Hospice Nurse.
9. Assistance with clinical billing as deemed necessary
10. Participates in orientation of new hospice aides as assigned

Ascend Hospice-is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.

We are proud to Offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career
• And More!

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/AA/M/F/DV

Education:

Associate's Degree in a related field

Professional Experience:

• Hold a Valid and current LPN license within the state of operations
• 1 year of clinical experience
• Long Term Care/Home Care/Hospice experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team

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