What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - (LPN) -Full-time position at Hospice of the Piedmont Inc.?

Join our dedicated team at Hospice of the Piedmont as a full-time LPN who under supervision of a registered nurse, delivers quality patient care and comfort measures to patients, emphasizing physical, spiritual and emotional needs.

We are committed to delivering the highest level of skill, compassion, and respect to our community through hospice services.

Requirements

Qualifications :

High School Graduate or GED
Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing
Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia
One or more years of relevant nursing experience required
Hospice home care or nursing home experience preferred
Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment
Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients
Knowledge of patient education principles to develop a self-care program
Skill in taking vital signs
Ability to manage all aspects of terminal care, health team service coordination, and documentation
Basic knowledge of Medicare / Medicaid reimbursement regulations
Emotionally mature and caring individual willing to give support and assistance to terminally ill and their families
Basic to Intermediate proficiency in word processing software
Basic understanding of and experience with office equipment
Ability to write reports, correctly reflect treatment and document client progress
Good oral and written communication skills
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, patient's family, medical staff, and the public
Ability to maintain quality control standards
Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of patient data
The ability to work as a member of the intra-disciplinary team.
Due to the nature of services provided, it may be necessary at times for employees to work beyond scheduled work hours to ensure adequate patient care
Must demonstrate basic computer skills.

Responsibilities / General Duties (Including but not limited to) :

Delivers nursing services in accordance with Hospice policies

Provides and documents care at bedside utilizing the EMR

Assists the physician or the registered nurse in performing specialized procedures

Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards

Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to RN.

Performs patient / family services conforming to the Hospice Plan of Care and within Hospice policies and practices

Reports any changes in patient's needs and condition to RN case manager or team leader in such form and timing as to conform to Hospice policies and procedures

Assists in interpreting Hospice services to patient and family

Communicates regularly with Interdisciplinary Team to assure effective coordination of patient care

Participates in QA programs, as needed

Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested

Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations

Maintains patient confidentiality

Completes other assignments and tasks as requested

Typical Physical Demands / Working Conditions :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk, taste or smell. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and carry it 15 feet. Must be able to push up to 200 pounds in a wheelchair. Must be able to bend down and lift objects from the floor and demonstrate proper body mechanics.

Incumbent must be able to communicate by way of telephone. Regular use of computer screen is required to complete tasks. Ability to drive and to negotiate steps.

Noise level is low. Physical and emotional health necessary for the accomplishment of position duties. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Other :

Driver's license, personal automobile and current automobile liability insurance

Frequent travel may be required

In addition to joining a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive impact, we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.

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