Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential Hospice House, Night Shift

University of Maryland Medical System; Forest Hill (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Residential Hospice House in Forest Hill, Maryland. This role involves providing compassionate care to patients in a hospice setting, working night shifts with opportunities for leadership and teamwork. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited LPN program, licensed in Maryland, and possess BCLS certification.

Benefits

$5000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited LPN program and licensed in Maryland.
• Previous experience as LPN is preferred.
• Ability to perform essential nursing duties and ensure patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate end-of-life care in a residential hospice.
• Utilize nursing process to deliver care to adult to geriatric population.
• Comply with health standards and promote a positive work environment.

Skills

Medical terminology comprehension

Verbal and written communication

Mathematical calculations

Time management

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Charge Nurse leadership

OSHA compliance

Patient privacy respect

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN school of nursing

Currently licensed as LPN in the State of Maryland

Certification in BCLS

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential Hospice House, Night Shift

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential Hospice House, Night Shift

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Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:Under general supervisor, this role utilizes the nursing process to deliver care to adult to geriatric population as defined in the unit-specific structural standards of the assigned area.Work in a residential hospice facility as an UCH employee dedicated to providing compassionate end of life care in Forest Hill, Maryland.

Qualifications

Education & Training:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN school of nursing.
• Currently licensed as LPN in the State of Maryland.
• Certification in BCLS required.
  
  

Work Orientation & Experience:P

Skills & Abilities

Previous experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.

• read, write and comprehend medical terminology
• effectively convey verbal and written information and medical terminology
• perform mathematical calculations correctly
• organize and manage time effectively setting appropriate priorities to make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards
• respond to emergency situations appropriately
• adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospice residence, including all shifts
• effectively function as a member of a collaborative team
• ability to assume role of Charge Nurse and demonstrate professional leadership
• comply with OSHA standards
• understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality
• develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team member, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital, hospice providers and nursing administration
  
  

Additional Information

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

Compensation

• Pay Range:$24.89-$34.84
• Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift differential
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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