What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Nurse LPN position at Serenity Hospice?
Serenity Hospice is hiring a LPN to support Tigard and surrounding counties. Come join our compassionate growing team of professional clinicians who make a difference in the lives of patients and families facing end of life journey. We offer comprehensive benefits including a generous PTO program, 401K plus match, and competitive salaries.
What We offer:
- Great culture and team atmosphere
- Comprehensive benefits effective on the first of the month
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
- Generous time off accruals
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Merit Increases
- Employee Discount Programs
What Youll Do:
- Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
- Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care
- Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
- Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care
- Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor
- Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patients response to treatments/medications
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program with current license to practice in the state.
- Prior home health or hospice experience preferred w/ minimum of 1 year medical/surgical experience.
- Maintains a current CPR certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
