Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Per Diem

Description

Hiring Per Diem Hospice LPNs - Licensed Practical Nurses!

We are looking for LPNs wtih hospice and/or home care experience with weekend and weekday availability! 

Constellation Health Services is seeking compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our team! You will play a crucial role in providing end-of-life care and hospice services to patients in their homes and communities. Under the guidance of an RN, you'll assist in planning patient and family care, follow physicians' care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with our dedicated team to ensure positive patient outcomes. Your role embodies our commitment to exceptional patient experiences and high-quality outcomes.

Constellation Health Services was founded to be an innovative leader in the post-acute continuums by the development of core teams that embody clinical excellence, uniqueness within their communities and act with authentic intention.   We believe that serving patients in the community setting is the most important activity of the organization. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care with compassion and respect for each person.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver nursing care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, with a focus on end-of-life care.
• Implement current nursing practices based on comprehensive assessments and care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient services.
• Provide patient and family/caregiver education and support.
• Recognize and address changes in a patient's condition.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, such as RNs, hospice aides, social workers, and more.
• Participate in Hospice IDT meetings to ensure coordinated care.
• Use and maintain equipment and supplies effectively.
• Manage pain and symptoms, evaluating patient responses to treatments.
• Invest in your personal and professional growth and contribute to our quality improvement efforts.

 What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), mileage reimbursement, health insurance and PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits)
• Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy.
• The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Why Constellation?

• Family-Centered Culture: At Constellation, we treat our team members like family. We understand that exceptional patient care starts with a happy and supported workforce.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program.
• LPN licensed in the state of employment.
• Preferably, experience in hospice, palliative or community health home care or medical/surgical settings.
• Background in clinical auditing and chart reviews is a plus.
• Wound care experience is preferred.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and the needs of the terminally ill.
• Basic knowledge of iOs operating system