Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential Hospice

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Maryland; Vor Ort; USD 37.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Residential Hospice, nights 7pm-7:30am. The LPN delivers compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Provider.

The role includes direct patient care, medication administration, wound care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and high-quality care. Must hold Maryland LPN license and BLS certification.

Qualifikationen

• Current Maryland LPN license is required.
• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program approved by MD is required.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct patient care and monitor vital signs per orders.
• Administer medications and perform wound care.
• Document assessments and outcomes in the medical record.
• Assist RNs and providers with examinations and treatments.
• Educate patients and families about treatments and care plans.
• Maintain infection control standards and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain medical supplies, equipment, and inventory as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Wound care

Infection control

Ausbildung

Maryland LPN license

Accredited PN program (MD)

BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Job Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse, Residential Hospice Full time, Nights, 7pm-7:30am. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider (MD, NP, PA, etc.). This role is responsible for delivering high quality clinical support, ensuring patient safety, and promoting wellness through skilled nursing, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, performing wound care, obtaining specimens for laboratory examinations, and carrying out provider orders for routine treatments, in accordance with the state of Maryland Nurse Practice Act and Regulations.


• Monitors patients for changes in condition and promptly reports concerns to supervising clinicians.


• Collects patient health information and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record.


• Assists RNs and providers with examinations, procedures, and treatment plans.


• Provides support for patient and family education regarding treatments, medications, and care plans.


• Maintains infection control standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.


• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.


• Maintains medical supplies, equipment, and inventory as needed.


• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.


• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Work Experience

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses is required.


• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing Education Program approved by the State of Maryland is required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $27.44 - $38.41


• Other Compensation (if applicable):


• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide