LPN Hospice FT

Mays Homecare

  • Atoka, OK
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Mays Hospice CareJob Title/Position: Licensed Practical NurseReports To: Clinical Supervisor/Director of NursesJob Description SummaryThe Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities * Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
  • Implements current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
  • 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 for hospice interdisciplinary group members. Examples include hospice aide, MSW, Volunteer, or Clinical Supervisor.
  • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
  • Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
  • Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality management program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.Position Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
  • Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical
experience is preferred. * Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
  • Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
  • 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.
  • Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

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