Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nights, FT or PT

Hospice of the Western Reserve; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Tuition Assistance

Corporate Discounts

Corporate discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cleveland is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care and support to terminally ill patients. In this role, you'll work with a transdisciplinary team to implement care plans, conduct assessments, and offer emotional support. Ideal candidates will be licensed in Ohio and possess experience in hospice care. This position offers various shifts including full-time and part-time options, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the State of Ohio.
• Experience preferred in hospice care, home health, oncology and/or pain and symptom management.
• Current CPR certification.
• Hospice/palliative care certification desired; required within first two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services under physician direction.
• Serve as liaison to physicians when needed.
• Serve as liaison to physicians; provide patient-needs-based information.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Refer patients/family to other services and follow up.
• Educate patient and family on health topics.
• Maintain and complete plans and reports for hospice care.
• Participate in care conferences and bereavement follow-ups.
• Engage in quality improvement activities and team meetings.
• Plan and supervise HNA activities related to patient care.
• Participate in on-call rotation and discharge planning.

Skills

Licensed in State of Ohio

Experience in hospice care

Current CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Education

Hospice and Palliative Care Certification (desired)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Days, Nights, Evenings, FT or PT

Join to apply for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Days, Nights, Evenings, FT or PT role at Hospice of the Western Reserve.

Helps give care and support to terminally ill persons in various settings, working with a transdisciplinary team, and following the Nursing Process to implement the Plan of Care.

What You Will Do

• Practice in accordance with HWR clinical standards, policies and procedures.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients and family/caregivers.
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services under physician direction.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms and provide information and assistance to manage the problems.
• Serve as liaison to physicians when needed, providing information based on patient needs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Refer patients/family to other services when appropriate and follow up.
• Provide instruction (health teaching) to patient and family.
• Maintain and promptly complete all necessary plans and reports related to hospice care.
• Participate in care conferences and bereavement follow-up.
• Participate in case review, quality improvement activities and other meetings as assigned.
• Plan and clinically supervise activities of HNA related to patient care.
• Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Participate in discharge planning with team members.

Success Capabilities

• Licensed in State of Ohio.
• Experience preferred in hospice care, home health, oncology and/or pain and symptom management.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, good driving record and auto accident insurance acceptable to HWR.
• Hospice and Palliative Care Certification desired; required within first two years of hire.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except legal requirements.

Details

• Total Rewards Package: Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits and Corporate Discounts.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Non-exempt role.
• Technology Package.
• Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID-19.

Conditions Of Employment

• Compliance with Annual Flu Shot Policy or ability to provide exemption documentation.
• Provide an active auto insurance policy as a licensed driver in Ohio with required coverage.
• Provide an active driver’s license.
• Ability to prove eligibility to work in the United States.
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.

Accommodations

NOTE: Responsibilities may change due to reasonable accommodations. Applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process can contact: Careers at Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44111, 216-383-2222 or [e-mail].

Hospice of the Western Reserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.