Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Ascendconciergehomecare; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; 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

Ascendconciergehomecare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our South West Team in Voorhees Township, New Jersey. This role involves observing and documenting patient care, consulting with the Hospice Nurse, and delivering care as prescribed. Ideal candidates have an Associate's Degree and at least one year of clinical experience, preferably in hospice or home care.

The position offers competitive salaries, comprehensive healthcare benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off. Join us to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Valid and current LPN license within the state of operations.
• 1 year of clinical experience.
• Long Term Care/Home Care/Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document the patient's needs on an ongoing basis.
• Consult with the Hospice Nurse regarding patient's status.
• Deliver physical and psychological care as prescribed.
• Maintain continuity of patient care through communication.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Job description

Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice!

Now Hiring - Licensed Practical Nurse - South West Team

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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

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