Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Carpenter Health Network; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone allowance

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice in Hattiesburg, MS is hiring for a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). You will provide nursing and supportive care under the direction of the RN and coordinate with physicians and the hospice team to meet patient needs.

We offer competitive pay plus benefits including ESOP, health, dental, vision & life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k), PTO and mileage reimbursement. MS LPN license required, 2–3 years’ experience and CPR; hospice experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Mississippi LPN license
• 2-3 years LPN experience
• Current CPR certification
• Reliable transportation with driver's license and car insurance
• Hospice experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing and supportive care under the direction of the RN.
• Communicates with physicians and hospice team to coordinate care.
• Documents services on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Manages time effectively

Skills

LPN skills

CPR certification

Transportation

Hospice experience

Education

Mississippi LPN license

Job description

St. Joseph Hospice is hiring for Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Hattiesburg, MS!

Why Join Us?

At St. Joseph Hospice, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner. As part of our team, you'll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

• Building long-term wealth for your future
• Enjoying a retirement benefit you don't pay for
• Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

Qualifications

• Current Mississippi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• Minimum of 2-3 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Current CPR certification required
• Have dependable transportation, driver’s license, and car insurance
• Previous Hospice experience preferred

Job Duties

• Provides nursing and supportive care in accordance with the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, under the direction of the RN.
• Communicates with the attending physicians, other hospice team members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of community resources for the patient/family
• Document all services provided and submit them on appropriate forms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations for hospice benefits.
• Report changes in patient condition and needs to RN
• Great time management skills

Full-Time Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - company-paid ownership benefit
• Competitive pay with increased earning potential
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Cell phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)
• Career advancement opportunities

All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE