Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice

Summary

We are hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse.

At Deaconess Hospice, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!

• employee wellness programs
• flexibility for true work-life balance
• holidays & paid time off
• continuing education & career growth opportunities
• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Hospice is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.

• Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff RN daily.

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations.

• Assists the physician and/or staff RN in performing specialized procedures as needed.

• Assists the patient with daily activities and encourages appropriate self-care daily.

• Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel regarding pertinent changes in the patient's condition as needed.

• Performs complex wound care if in-service is documented for specific procedure daily or as needed.

Education and Experience

Formal Education: Associate Degree or certification equivalent

License, Registration, and / or Certification Requirement: Yes

License Requirements

• Unrestricted licensure in state of practice.

• Current CPR certification required.

• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional Sate Specific Requirements

• AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, OH, OK, OR, NJ, NV, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV: No additional state specific requirements.