What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice LPN CC Night position at Queen City Hospice – an Addus family company?
Our Commitment to Care
At Queen City Hospice, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care that prioritizes our patients' and families' needs. Rooted in the communities we serve, our dedicated team strives to provide personalized support, empowering individuals to stay in their homes throughout their journey.
We believe that the best definition of care is one that respects patients' wishes and needs. To achieve this, we foster a positive work environment for our employees, offering manageable caseloads, rewarding careers, and flexibility. Our goal is to support not only our patients but also the teams that care for them.
Schedule: 3 twelve-hour shifts per week, including rotating weekends from 8pm to 8am.
What We Offer:
- A supportive culture and team atmosphere
- Comprehensive benefits, effective on the first day of each month
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
- Generous time off accruals
- Paid holidays
- Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Hospice Certification benefit and salary increase
- Mered Increase
- Night Shift Differential
- Employee Discount Programs
Your Role:
- Provide direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act
- Implement current nursing practices based on comprehensive assessments and care plans
- Document patient services accurately and timely, reflecting the care plan
- Assess and educate patients and families/caregivers on diagnosis and self-care plans
- Participate in coordinating hospice services, reporting identified needs to the interdisciplinary group
- Manage pain and symptoms appropriately
- Evaluate patient responses to treatments/medications
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
- Three years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, hospice, or medical/surgical settings
- Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the practicing state
- Maintain CPR Certification
- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, organization skills
- Valid driver's license with insured vehicle
- Understand the philosophy of hospice concept and the needs of terminally ill patients
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