PACE LPN: Flexible Elder-Care & Care Coordination

Hospice of The Bluegrass, Inc.; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice of The Bluegrass, Inc. seeks a dedicated PACE Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care and supportive clinical services across the PACE Center, home, hospital, nursing home, and assisted living settings.

Under RN and PACE leadership, you will administer medications, observe and report changes in condition, document care, coordinate services, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team to promote safety and high-quality care for participants and their caregivers.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current LPN licensure through the State Board of Nursing is required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with frail/elderly.
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
• Ability to access homes and facilities, including stairs and non-air conditioned environments.
• Strong communication skills (face-to-face, phone, computer).
• Ability to interact with participants, families and agencies professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stress.
• Knowledge of primary medical care principles and practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and supportive clinical services to participants across multiple settings.
• Administer medications and report changes in condition.
• Document care and coordinate services.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to support plans of care.

Skills

LPN licensure

Care for frail elderly

Strong communication skills

Medication administration

Care coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

LPN license

Job description

Hospice of The Bluegrass, Inc. seeks a dedicated PACE Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care and supportive clinical services across the PACE Center, home, hospital, nursing home, and assisted living settings.

Under RN and PACE leadership, you will administer medications, observe and report changes in condition, document care, coordinate services, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team to promote safety and high-quality care for participants and their caregivers.