LPN, Continuous Care

Chapters Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System in Florida seeks an LPN - Continuous Care under RN supervision to provide nursing interventions and teaching to maximize patient comfort and quality of life for patients and families.

Required is an active LPN license in Florida, a high school diploma or GED, and BLS certification. The role may involve infusion-related tasks and requires flexibility and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• 6 months experience as LPN preferred.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Hope employees: BLS by Jan 1, 2025; Capital Caring employees: BLS by Nov 1, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an RN, provides nursing tasks to patients and families as identified in the plan of care.
• Demonstrates clinical skills including medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Documents per policy in the medical record.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current LPN licensure in the state of employment

6 months experience as LPN preferred

Active BLS for healthcare professionals (AHA or Red Cross)

BLS deadline for Hope or Capital Caring employees

Job description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Under RN supervision, the LPN, Continuous Care is responsible for providing nursing interventions and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment
• 6 months experience as LPN preferred
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• For current Hope Employees: BLS should be obtained by January 1, 2025
• For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November 1, 2024
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
• If working in an inpatient unit certificate of completion of 30 hour Infusion Therapy Course and in-house 8-hour Infusion Class preferred
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Can work within their scope or practice per state regulations

Competencies

Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities of all employees

Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. Observe the Company’s health, safety and security practices. Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. Advance electronic media skills. Support Company research and educational activities. Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an RN, provides nursing tasks to patients and families such as continuous care, dressing changes, catheter changes as identified in the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
• Demonstrates clinical skills regarding application of Company policies and procedures such as: medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.
• Observes/monitors patients for alterations in body systems, pain and symptoms and reports to RN.
• Observes and reports signs of adverse reactions and responses to treatments and reports to RN.
• Reports findings to physicians, APRNs and physician’s assistants following collaboration with RN.
• Performs venipuncture for blood specimens.
• Performs Central Venous Line (CVL) site observation/inspection; venous access device dressing, cap change and flushing venous access device; IV medication and fluid administration, IV pushes (per procedure) and venipuncture.
• May not make any changes to infusion pump including, but not limited to, rate changes and IV bag changes.
• Documents per policy and procedure in medical record.
• During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Some locations may require: Cross training to Hospice House positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing.

Compensation

Pay Range: $22.30 - $33.18

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility.

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on‑going compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.

Capital Caring Health is a not-for‑profit, community-based organization founded in the nation's capital in 1977. Capital Caring Health is one of the most experienced and respected providers in the nation of advanced illness, hospice, palliative care, and primary care at home. Our care for children with life‑limiting disease is one of the largest on the East Coast. Additional services focus on the special care needs of veterans, those with heart failure, end‑stage lung disease, and grief support. Approximately $3 million annually funds care for those who lack coverage or the necessary financial resources for services. Over the years, Capital Caring Health has provided hospice, palliative care, and counseling to nearly 150,000 patients and their families through our regional neighborhood network across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

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