Palliative LPN (Remote) New Hackensack, NJ

Ennoble Care; Hackensack, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Payactiv: pay-on-demand

Job summary

Ennoble Care is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our palliative care team in a remote capacity. The Remote Palliative Care LPN will support patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses by providing ongoing clinical coordination, symptom-management support, patient and caregiver education, and communication with the interdisciplinary care team.

This position is ideal for an LPN who is passionate about patient-centered care and can effectively

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in the applicable state.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Experience in palliative care, hospice, home health, oncology, geriatrics, or chronic disease management preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable providing patient support by telephone and/or virtual platforms.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and appropriately elevate concerns.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy in communications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduled telephone and/or virtual patient check-ins under the direction of the supervising RN/provider.
• Conduct high-acuity patient chart reviews to assess hospice clinical appropriateness.
• Monitor and document patient-reported symptoms, changes in condition, medication concerns, and care needs.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding medications, symptom management, disease processes, and available supportive services.
• Escalate changes in patient condition or urgent concerns to the appropriate RN, provider, or interdisciplinary team member.
• Assist with care coordination among patients, caregivers, physicians, nurses, pharmacies, home health agencies, hospice/palliative care providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow established clinical protocols, care plans, and organizational policies.
• Provide emotional support and compassionate communication to patients and families navigating serious illness.
• Assist with medication reconciliation and identify potential medication-related concerns for review by the appropriate clinician.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and communicate relevant patient updates.
• Assist with referrals, follow-up appointments, supplies, and community resources as appropriate.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain compliance with HIPAA and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Perform other duties within the LPN/LVN scope of practice as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Documentation

EMR proficiency

Empathy

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

Practical nursing program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Ennoble Care is a mobile primary care, palliative care, and hospice service provider with patients in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, DC, Virginia, Oklahoma, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. Ennoble Care’s clinicians go to the home of the patient, providing continuum of care for those with chronic conditions and limited mobility. Ennoble Care offers a variety of programs including, remote patient monitoring, behavioral health management, and chronic care management, to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of care by a team they know and trust. We seek individuals who are driven to make a difference and embody our motto, “To Care is an Honor.” Join Ennoble Care today!

Job Summary

Ennoble Care is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our palliative care team in a remote capacity. The Remote Palliative Care LPN will support patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses by providing ongoing clinical coordination, symptom-management support, patient and caregiver education, and communication with the interdisciplinary care team.

This position is ideal for an LPN who is passionate about patient-centered care and can effectively build trusting relationships with patients and families through telephone and virtual communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage scheduled telephone and/or virtual patient check-ins under the direction of the supervising RN/provider.
• Conduct high-acuity patient chart reviews to assess hospice clinical appropriateness.
• Monitor and document patient-reported symptoms, changes in condition, medication concerns, and care needs.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding medications, symptom management, disease processes, and available supportive services.
• Escalate changes in patient condition or urgent concerns to the appropriate RN, provider, or interdisciplinary team member.
• Assist with care coordination among patients, caregivers, physicians, nurses, pharmacies, home health agencies, hospice/palliative care providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow established clinical protocols, care plans, and organizational policies.
• Provide emotional support and compassionate communication to patients and families navigating serious illness.
• Assist with medication reconciliation and identify potential medication-related concerns for review by the appropriate clinician.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and communicate relevant patient updates.
• Assist with referrals, follow-up appointments, supplies, and community resources as appropriate.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain compliance with HIPAA and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Perform other duties within the LPN/LVN scope of practice as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in the applicable state(s).
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Prior experience in palliative care, hospice, home health, oncology, geriatrics, chronic disease management, or a related setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable providing patient support by telephone and/or virtual platforms.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and appropriately elevate concerns.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with patients and families with empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Full-time employees qualify for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits such as Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Holidays

All employees qualify for these benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with up to 3% company match
• Referral Program
• Payactiv: pay-on-demand. Cash out earned money when and where you need it!

Candidates must disclose any current or future need for employment-based immigration sponsorship (including, but not limited to, OPT, STEM OPT, or visa sponsorship) before an offer of employment is extended.

Ennoble Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring the best team possible, and does not discriminate against protected characteristics including but not limited to - race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, disability, and veteran status.