Description
The 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. Area of need is the 51 corridor: Dormont/Castle Shannon/ Mt Lebanon/ Brookline/ Mt Washington/ Bethel Park/ Bridgeville
Responsibilities
· Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
· 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, SWI ST} Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.
· Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
· Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
· Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organizations quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
· 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
Requirements
· 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.
· Current licensure in State and CPR certification.
· 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.
· Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skillst basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
· Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off
- Training & Development
- Company Car Program After 6 Months of Employment or Mileage Reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
Job Types: Full-time
Salary: $48,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Weekend availability (Rotational On-Call)
Work Location: In person
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Has your health care license ever been revoked, suspended or have you surrendered your health care license?
- Do you have the Covid Vaccine or an exemption?
- Could you please provide us with your cell phone, address and email address.
Work Location: In person