Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospice PRN

Summa Home Health and Hospice LLC; Akron (OH); In loco; USD 54.000 - 74.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Summa Home Health and Hospice LLC is seeking an LPN to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes under physician orders. You will educate patients and families, monitor conditions, and ensure documentation adheres to agency and Medicare guidelines.

The role requires LPN licensure, strong communication, and compassionate patient care. On-call duties and coordination with the RNCM are part of the responsibilities, with travel to patient homes as needed.

Competenze

• One year of LPN experience in an acute care setting is strongly recommended.
• Hospice care experience is desired.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in your name.

Mansioni

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician/medical director.
• Performs care according to order sets and goals by RN.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions; notifies RNCM of changes.
• Reconciles medications prescribed by the physician.
• Counsels patient and family on disease progression and management.
• Completes clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.
• Participates in on-call requirements and case conferences.

Conoscenze

LPN experience

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Formazione

LPN license (state-licensed)

Descrizione del lavoro

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Schedule: As needed SUMMARY The Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN), Hospice provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician/medical director by following the order sets created by the RNCM. The LPN I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations, as outlined by the state.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician/medical director
• Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN
• Observes and monitors patient conditions
• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition
• Reconciles medications prescribed by the physician
• Counsels patient and family on the disease/progression and how to manage
• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
• Listens to patient and family members
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
• Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of experience as an LPN in an acute care setting is strongly recommended. Hospice care experience is desired.
• Ability to create positive impressions and communicate with a variety of people.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating.
• Compassionate and caring while working with patients and families.
• Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Works efficiently.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment. Maintains active LPN license in state of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Knowledge Reading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100%
• Communications Skills - Constantly 66%-100%
• Computers / PDA - Constantly 66%-100%
• Physical Walking - Frequently 34%-66%
• Bending - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Standing - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Sitting - Frequently 34%-66%
• Driving - Frequently 34%-66%
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Stretching/Reaching - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Climbing - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Hand/finger dexterity - Constantly 66%-100%
• Stooping (bend at waist) - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Sensory Activities Distinguish smell/temperature - Occasionally 2%-33%
• Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100%
• Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100%
• Talking on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66%
• Hearing in person - Constantly 66%-100%
• Hearing on the telephone - Frequently 34%-66%
• Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100%
• Other Sensory Activities N/A

TRANSITIONAL WORK IS AVAILABLE (ALTHOUGH SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE SPECIFIC TRAINING) SUCH AS:

• ANSWERING PHONES
• FILING
• COMPUTER WORK/DATA ENTRY
• ATTENDING TRAINING/CONTINUING EDUCATION
• REVIEWING SAFETY MANUALS & OTHER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA
• AND ASSISTING OR PERFORMING OTHER TASKS WITHIN RESTRICTIONS ASSIGNED

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASHN will never ask, nor require a candidate to provide money for work equipment and network access during the application process. If you become aware of any instances where you as a candidate are asked to provide information and do not believe it is a legitimate request from Humana or affiliate, please contact [e-mail] to validate the request Summa Health at Home and Hospice is here to assist our patients with post-acute care in the familiar surroundings of their home. Our skilled therapists and nurses provide the highest quality clinical care along with motivation, encouragement, and health education, all to improve the quality of life for those patients entrusted to our care.