LPN II - Hospice House - Part Time

Participates in direct patient care and other supportive activities as per patient plan of care under the supervision of an RN. Maintains and applies principles of safety. Collaborates with physician, RN care manager and other ordered disciplines as indicated to maximize patient outcomes. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides care as directed on the individualized plan of care to achieve desired patient outcomes for hospice and homecare patients newborn thru geriatric. Performs IV therapy per LPN IV Therapy policy. Observes the patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and reports any changes to the RN case manager. Communicates patient assessment and current plan of care with other hospice house staff and volunteers on a routine basis. Collaborates with physician, patient/family and other assigned disciplines regarding care needs and revisions to plan of care. Completes timely and accurate documentation as per agency policy. Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with patients, family members, co-workers, physicians and referral sources. Promotes patient’s independence by establishing patient care goals and including the patient and family in discussions regarding medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills. Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Knowledge of MS Office software. Keyboarding skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Multitasking and prioritization skills. Ability to apply basic nursing principles. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: N/A REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: Integrity: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing. The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System. Compassion: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact. Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations. Accountability: Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues. Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes. Respect: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population. Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation. Excellence: Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making. Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes. Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects. Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Graduate of an approved LPN program. Successful completion of an Intravenous Fluid Therapy course and passage of the IV Therapy Exam. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in hospice or homecare. REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as an LPN in the State of Kansas. BLS – BLS is required within 3 months of hire Valid State of Kansas driver’s license Proof of auto liability insurance in the State of Kansas PREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION: N/A We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day. Hutchinson Regional Medical Center is a not-for-profit, 190-licensed bed medical facility serving the health needs of more than 65,000 residents of Hutchinson, Reno County and the surrounding Central Kansas region. Our broad network of health care services extends deep into the community with Health-E-Quip, a home medical equipment supply store; Horizons Mental Health Center, a mental health services provider for surrounding counties; Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County, a medical and emotional support system for patients and their families in the final phase of a terminal illness or those needing home health care services for acute and chronic illness needs; and Sleep Diagnostic Center, a monitored sleep lab that identifies sleep disorders. Together, we will do everything possible to deliver an exceptional experience of care to every patient and family member who walks through our doors.