Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hospice Savannah, Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice Savannah, Inc. in Georgia is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care to patients and families in home health and hospice settings under the supervision of an RN.

The role emphasizes compassionate end-of-life care, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety standards while working with a dedicated team. The LPN will travel to patients in the service area using a personal vehicle, participate in a 40-hour work week with rotating days, evenings or weekends, and collaborate closely with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a current GA LPN license.
• Minimum of two years of hospice, oncology, med-surg or home health direct patient care experience.
• Current CPR certification, valid driver's license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to interact with a diverse patient population, families, physicians, Hospice Savannah staff, and the community at-large with excellent customer service and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, and database knowledge.

Skills

Communication skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Driver's license

MS Office

Documentation skills

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Database knowledge

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The LPN uses experience, knowledge, judgment and skills to provide nursing care to patients and families in all settings. Maintains patient confidentiality and promotes patient rights as supported by agency, state and federal directives. Identifies cultural diversity and lifestyle choices and non-judgmentally accommodates for such differences. The LPN is committed to the philosophy, goals and objectives of the hospice concept. The LPN works under the direct supervision of the RN while consistently demonstrating the Hospice Savannah values and compliance with organizations service excellence standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, with a current GA LPN License.
• Minimum of two years of experience in hospice, oncology, med-surg or home health providing direct patient care required.
• Current CPR certification, valid drivers license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation required.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to successfully interact with a diverse patient population, families, physicians, Hospice Savannah staff, and the community at-large along with excellent customer service and documentation skills required.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, and database knowledge required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires moderate visual concentration for patient charting/documentation and computer work. Position carries a risk of exposure to infectious diseases and requires skill in standard safety precautions. The LPN requires the mobility to ambulate or lift a patient with or without the assistance of devices in excess of 75 lbs. utilizing proper body mechanics.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

A full-time position works a 40-hour workweek, rotating days, evenings, or weekends, with occasional requests to work additional days/hours/holidays as needed. The Home Care position may be required to provide care in what has been determined by local authorities as a high-risk crime area and unsafe situations (potential or actual). The LPN is responsible for providing care under the direction of the RN and must be able to accurately, timely and concisely document the patient/family encounter using a computer. This position encounters stressful situation with patients and their families regarding end of life care. Although each LPN may be designated to a specific department/region in our service area, at times they may be required to serve patients outside of their department/specific region. The Home Care LPN will be required to perform patient visits utilizing their personal vehicle, and may require extensive driving.