What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permanent Part-Time LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Weekends - The Star Hospice House position at Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care?
Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift and weekends.
This position is in The Star Hospice House, our 5 patient hospice residence. Per-Diem; PRN Weekdays and/or weekends.
Hours: Friday 11p-7a, Saturday 7p-7a and Sunday 7p-11p
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
a) Provide personal care as necessitated by the patient need;
b) Perform duties per their scope of practice (injections, enemas, medications, etc.);
c) Promote expression and venting of feelings and normalization of experience for patient, family and staff;
d) Report changes in patient condition to Residence Director, RN Case Manager or After Hours RN;
e) Contact Physician for change in orders as patient condition warrants;
f) Assist in mentoring Home Health Aides as requested;
g) Support and maintain regulatory compliance;
h) Maintain timely and appropriate records/documents per Hospice policies and procedures;
i) Maintain/enhance professional skills and requirements including education and training;
j) Perform other tasks and duties as assigned;
k) Take initiative as needed or when the opportunity arises;
l) Provide meal preparation and housekeeping as needed;
Job Types: Per diem, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $23.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- LPN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $34