PRN LPN Good Shepherd Hospice

Chapters Health System; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks an LPN to provide nursing interventions under RN supervision, focusing on patient comfort and quality of life. The role includes medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family education across assigned visits.

Ability to lift patients/equipment, valid FL license, IV certification, and BLS are required. A flexible schedule and reliable transportation are essential for patient visits in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• IV certification required at time of hire.
• BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance per Company policy.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients.
• Ability to lift patients and/or equipment.

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.
• Demonstrates clinical skills regarding medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.
• Observes/monitors patients for changes and reports to RN.
• Documents per policy and procedure in medical records.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies to maintain continuity of services.

Skills

English communication

Flexible schedule

Patient care

Emotional resilience

Mobility for patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

LPN licensure in Florida

IV certification

BLS for healthcare professionals

Driver’s license

Tools

Infusion Therapy Course

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!

Role

Under RN supervision, the LPN 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
• IV certification required at time of hire beginning November 10, 2024.
• Employees in this job prior to November 10, 2024 will be required to obtain certification by June 10, 2025.
• 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 Rate: $10.00

Education

Choices. Education. Guidance. As a progressive leader and premier health organization, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates: Capital Caring Health, Chapters Health Foundation, Chapters Health Hospice, Chapters Health Pharmacy, Chapters Health Staffing, Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hope Healthcare, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and LifePath Hospice. Chapters Health offers services throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. Chapters Health and its affiliates are licensed in Alachua, Arlington, Bradford, Charlotte, Cherokee, Citrus, Cobb, Collier, Columbia, District of Columbia (all eight wards), Dixie, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilchrist, Glades, Gwinnett, Hall, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Howard, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Levy, Loudoun, Marion, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Montgomery, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Prince George’s, Prince William, Putnam, St. Lucie, Sumter, Suwannee and Union counties.

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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. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

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. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

It is the policy of the Organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Organization(s) complies with all civil rights laws and other federal, state and local fair employment laws that prohibit any unlawful employment practices including harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, status as a covered veteran, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions, including hiring and promoting, are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.