LPN

Colorado PACE; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA employer funding

PTO / Vacation / Sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Colorado PACE is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide in-home hospice and home health care in the Aurora, CO area. This full-time role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to follow the Plan of Care, monitor patient needs, and coordinate care with RNs and providers.

The position requires graduation from an accredited practical nursing program, one year of hospice or home health experience, and current CO LPN license with CPR and driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• One year of hospice, palliative care and/or home health experience.
• Current Colorado LPN license, CPR certification, and valid Colorado driver’s license with proof of automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with RN Case Manager, Charge RN or assigned RN in the coordination of care to ensure Plan of Care (POC) is being followed. Attends IDG/IDT Meetings as assigned.
• Provides continuous monitoring of patient’s physical, emotional and spiritual care needs.
• Demonstrates appropriate nursing care, including communicating with attending provider for medications and supplies.
• Communicates patient and family information, status and level of care to RN, manager, provider and other IDT members.
• Assists with coordination and successful completion of patient transfers.
• Educates patients, families, caregivers and community regarding hospice philosophy, palliative and home health treatments.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Hospice experience

CPR certified

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing

Job description

Join Colorado PACE - Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly - and be part of a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to helping older adults live safely, independently, and with dignity in their communities. We are committed to elevating care through clinical excellence, meaningful relationships, and whole-person support, while offering a supportive workplace, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference every day.

LOCATION:

Aurora, CO

STATUS:

Full-time

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, weekend availability as needed.

HOURLY PAY RANGE:

$30.49 - $34.61

WEEKEND HOURLY PAY RANGE:

$31.99 - $36.11

SUPPLEMENTAL PAY:

Based on position, schedule and/or availability: Paid Mileage, Shift Differentials, Stipends, Overtime

MILEAGE AND EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT:

Sixty-two and a half cents per mile – one of the highest in the industry!

CULTURE, BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• We value engagement, community, and outreach initiatives and know it matters for our team members and our patients. We provide welcoming and supportive care to our patients and a work environment where all team members feel respected and valued.
• We support a culture of work-life balance and provide team members with two, free, confidential and robust benefit programs designed to provide solutions to the logistical and financial problems that arise in life.
• Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant Employer Funding: Single $1,000, Family $2,000
• Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation Pay/Sick Leave) and EIB (Extended Illness Bank): 18 days in the first year for FT team members
• Seven Paid Holidays with an additional Floating Holiday
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 50% match up to 8% of total compensation
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Clinical Career Ladders
• Certification Pay
• Team Member Service Awards
• Early Wage Access
• Legal and Identity Protection
• Robust Leadership Development Training Programs

We value engagement, community, and outreach initiatives and know it matters for our team members and our patients. We provide welcoming and supportive care to our patients and a work environment where all team members feel respected and valued.

REWARDING WORK YOU WILL DO:

Provides patient home health care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice, keeping within the policies, values and mission of the organization. The LPN participates in Interdisciplinary Team/Group (IDT/IDG) meetings.

• Collaborates with RN Case Manager, Charge RN or assigned RN in the coordination of care to ensure Plan of Care (POC) is being followed. Attends IDG/IDT Meetings as assigned.
• Provides continuous monitoring of patient’s physical, emotional and spiritual care needs.
• Demonstrates appropriate nursing care, including communicating with attending provider for medications and supplies.
• Communicates patient and family information, status and level of care to RN, manager, provider and other IDT members.
• Assists with coordination and successful completion of patient transfers.
• Educates patients, families, caregivers and community regarding hospice philosophy, palliative and home health treatments.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT YOU:

• Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Minimum Experience: One year of experience in hospice, palliative care and/or home health, medical/surgical, public health, oncology, acute care or home health.
• Required License: Current Colorado LPN license. Current CPR certification. Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance in accordance with state statute.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift/push/pull minimum of 35 lbs.

Colorado PACE is affiliated with Care Synergy, a nonprofit network of community-based hospice and palliative care organizations serving Colorado’s Front Range and the Region’s Largest Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Care Network. Care Synergy provides mission support services to better equip Colorado PACE to operate as a distinct and independent organization while working together to share best practices and serve more Coloradans along the Front Range.

The Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, creed, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation/identity, transgender status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classifications.

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