Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

St. Croix Hospice; Platteville (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential patient care. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with patients and their families, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care during their most challenging times. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Two medical plan choices

Dental, vision and life insurance benefits

Customized Mental Health Support Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and paid holidays

401k Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer matching

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Company-paid Basic Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• One to three years' nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Communication Skills

Pain Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Accredited Practical Nurse Program

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

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The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
  
  

We offer amazing benefits including growth opportunities! We have career opportunities both locally and regionally and many of our leaders have grown from within the company and truly understand how vital each role is in creating quality care.

• The opportunity to work 1-1 with our patients, impacting their life and their families.
• Two medical plan choices
• Dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Customized Mental Health Support Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• nVoq (voice to text dictation) - not available at all locations
  
  

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• One to three years' nursing experience preferred. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is desired.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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