What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Nurse - LPN - Home Hospice position at Compass Healthcare Consulting and Placement?
Compass Healthcare Consulting & Placement is conducting a search for a Hospice Nurse, LPN Licensed Practical Nurse making visits to Hospice patients. Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits. Qualified candidates must have NYS LPN AND NYS Driver's License as well as access to a reliable automobile. Position requires travel to the following areas: Queens & Nassau County, NY. Qualified candidates will have prior experience in medical-surgical, community health, and/or hospice, palliative care, oncology, med/surg. nursing, preferred.
Requirements
The Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse assists the Hospice Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care and assist in implementing the Plan of Care in the patient's residence. Nursing care involves implementation of nursing interventions and medical treatments (as ordered by the physician) and directed by the Hospice Registered Nurse as included in Hospice Plan of Care.
Location : Queens and Nassau County
Hours: 9am - 5pm
Qualifications:
- Licensed and currently registered as a Practical Nurse in New York State.
- Adherence to safety and infection control procedures and universal precautions minimize hazards.
- Two years of medical/surgical experience required; Geriatric care experience useful. Homecare/Hospice experience preferred.
- Current NYS Driver’s License preferred.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, families, and Department Staff.
- Analytical skills to interpret patient care data and report new data or changes promptly to the supervisor.
- Ability to drive to patient’s homes; ability to climb stairs, to stand, stoop, and kneel and walk safely over uneven potentially slippery surfaces for up to 20% of work day when entering/leaving and when in patient’s home.
- Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring as required by specific job duties and functions.
Education:
- LPN Degree/Diploma from an accredited school is Preferred.
COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all new hires prior to beginning employment.
Competitive Salary , $70,904 - $77,204 Annually
Excellent Benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
Qualified Candidates Please Apply Now for Immediate Consideration!
Salary : $70,000 - $77,000
