LVN- Full Time/ Per Diem

Job Description: 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 care outcomes. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: 1.) Provide direct patient care. 2.) Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care. 3.) Provide timely and accurate documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care. 4.) Assess and provide patient and family /caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care. 5.) Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, MSW, OT, PT, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor. 6.) Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. 7.) Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications. 8.) Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 9.) Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse. 10.) Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. 11.) Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. 12.) Advanced knowledge of HIPAA and CFR 42 Requirements. Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour Qualifications: 1.) Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program. 2.) One (1) year nursing experience. Community health/hospice experience preferred. 3.) Currently licensed as an LVN 4.) Complies with accepted professional standards and practice. 5.) Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. 6.) Must be a licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 7.) Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. 8.) Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands the needs of the terminally ill patients. Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental and Vision Paid time off IRA Standard shift: Day shift Evening shift (Continuous Care) Night shift (Continuous Care)