LVN FIELD STAFF

*Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life 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 plan of care. *Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. This includes active participation in the biweekly interdisciplinary team meeting. *Demonstrates competency in nursing and assessment skills; able to accurately identify and communicate any changes of condition that warrant adjustments in the plan of care. Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse/Case Managers.