Partners In Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver comprehensive care and education to our hospice patients. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of social workers, RNs, chaplains, volunteers, and more to enhance the lives of our patients and their families.
Compensation : $22.61-$36.13 (DOE).
Sign-on Bonus : $2,000 paid after 90 days of employment.
Location: La Pine, Oregon.
Schedule Available: Full-Time (40 hours) Monday-Friday.
Travel: Local/regional travel by personal vehicle during the working day. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
Company Perks:

• Two medical, dental, and vision plans; insurance starts 1st of the month following the hire date!
• Generous Paid time off.
• $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Short and long-term disability.
• 403b retirement savings with employer match, no vesting required!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits: Legal Shield, AFLAC & MASA Transportation.
• Working for Partners In Care, a nonprofit organization, may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What You Get To Do:

• Implements and evaluates patient care under the supervision of an RN. Participates in the development of a patient-specific care plan.
• Follows care plan under the supervision of physician and RN case manager.
• Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patients physical or emotional condition,
• Provides direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding nursing care needs according to the plan of care.
• Regularly reevaluates the patients nursing needs, communicating any changes in need or condition to the physician, RN and other necessary clinical staff.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of patients and documents patient care in electronic medical records according to department standards.
• Delegates, prioritizes, requests, and accepts guidance and assistance from others to ensure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner.
• Makes nursing visits within the patients private home and facilities.
• Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences, and in-services as scheduled.
• Participates in patient care conferences/IDT as directed by the Supervisor.
• Assists the RN in performing specialized procedures as directed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Oregon.
• Minimum of 1-year recent experience in a clinical setting; home health/ hospice care experience preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Excellent assessment, problem-solving skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient triaging skills are vital; efficient time management with minimal oversight; communication skills (with other care team members, including physicians); positive phone interaction/customer service; and computer skills.
• Ability to pass a background test, drug screen, and TB test.
• Valid CPR Certification.
• Current automobile insurance, a valid Oregon drivers license, and reliable transportation are required for those working in the field.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient care.

Who We Are: As the largest and oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and hospice services in Central Oregon and one of the largest in Oregon, we provide care to communities throughout the Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties. Partners In Care is unique among other service providers as an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit. Our predominantly mobile workforce of over 200 employees serves patients and their families in a 10,000-square-mile area. About 150 local volunteers work with Partners In Care in fundraising, resource coordination, and other areas of community support.

Culture : We offer a culture of kindness, respect, and learning. We discover what is possible when we come together, allowing our diversity to make us stronger and ensuring all employees, volunteers, patients, and families feel valued and supported.

Company Values : Compassion Dignity Respect Integrity Accountability Community Employees & Volunteers Education Leadership Partnership Stewardship.