Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time 1st Shift

North Shore Healthcare; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for hospice care in Central Wisconsin. This full-time position involves providing direct patient care, implementing nursing practices, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a licensed professional with experience in hospice or home health care, committed to delivering compassionate care.

Benefits

Health insurance starting after 30 days

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) program

Paid holidays and floating holiday

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse graduated from an accredited program.
• Currently licensed and in good standing with the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements nursing practices following the plan of care.
• Participates in coordinating hospice services.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Pain Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited program

Job description

#LI-SA1 Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice Full-time in Central WI & surrounding areas $29-35/hr, based on experience

Summary/Objective:

The Licensed Practical 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 team to meet positive patient care outcomes.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Implements current nursing practices following comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education pertinent to diagnosis and self-care plan.
• Participates in coordinating hospice services, reporting needs to the interdisciplinary team, including hospice aides, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician, or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic techniques.
• Provides appropriate pain and symptom management, evaluating patient responses to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal and professional growth, as well as in the organization's quality assessment and performance improvement activities.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The position involves significant physical activities including standing, lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting. The employee must be a licensed driver with a well-maintained and insured vehicle. Work conditions may vary due to weather and travel needs, requiring adaptability.

Required Education and Experience:

• Licensed Practical Nurse graduated from an accredited program, currently licensed and in good standing with the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• One to two years of nursing experience in an acute care setting and one year in home health, hospice, or similar.
• Interest in hospice philosophy and comfort care.
• Ability to work cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, chaplains, CNAs, and volunteers.

Benefits:

We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• Health insurance starting after 30 days of employment
• Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
• 401(k) program for full and part-time staff
• Paid holidays and floating holiday
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time staff
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off

Our mission is to create a culture that reinforces our values and positions North Shore Healthcare as the premier health services provider and employer in our communities. We invite you to consider us as your next career destination.