What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Patient Care Specialist position at Agape Care Group?
About Us
At Agape Care Group, our mission is to serve with love and provide comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. Our team members are dedicated to creating a superior experience for patients facing life-limiting illnesses and their families.
We are a regional leader in hospice and palliative care, proudly serving patients through our family of care providers. Our employees are committed to serving with love those touched by an advanced illness, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences.
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. As an LPN, you will work under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse to conduct patient visits and provide routine care, while communicating with the care team, the patient and their family.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient visits and provide routine care
- Communicate with the care team, the patient and their family
- Work under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current state license as a licensed practical nurse
- 2 years of nursing experience in an acute care setting, or equivalent experience (hospice experience preferred)
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, move intermittently and lift at least 25 lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Immediate Access to Paid Time Off
- Employee Referral Program Bonus Eligibility
- Matching 401K
- Annual Merit Increases
- Years of Service Award Bonuses
- Pet Insurance
- Financial and Legal Assistance Program
- Mental Health and Counseling Programs
- Dental and Orthodontic Coverage
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care with Low Premiums
- $500 Matching Health Savings Account
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Access to Virtual Health & Wellness
- Fertility Assistance Program
Why Work with Us?
We offer a supportive leadership team and professional development opportunities with plenty of room for advancement. Our company culture is built on integrity, communication, diversity, and positive experiences. We would love for you to join our team!
