What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Hospice position at LHC Group?
Summary
We are hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse.
At Deaconess Hospice in Brookhaven, MS, 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 for Internal applicants
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.
Responsibilities
- Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff RN on a daily basis.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by State regulations on an as needed basis.
- Assists the physician and/or staff RN in performing specialized procedures on an as needed basis.
- Assists the patient with activities of daily living and encourages appropriate self-care on a daily basis.
- Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel regarding pertinent changes in the patient's condition on an as needed basis.
- Performs complex wound care if in-service is documented for specific procedure on a daily or as needed basis.
- Receives and follows physician orders within realm of practice for an LPN and within the standards of hospice practice but may not alter the plan of care on a daily basis.
- Participates in LHC Connect and completes all required hospice assigned modules on-line and attends assigned in-services on a monthly basis.
- Participates in daily nursing report to Administrator, or designee, to ensure continuity of the Care Management process.
- Participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meeting (IDG) regarding patient care every two weeks.
- Participates in QAPI plan and process on a daily basis identifying any potential problems and reporting to administrator.
- Compliance with procedures and processes of ordering/obtaining medications ordered by the physician and included in the patient's Plan of care. Assures compliance when possible of medication regime within the specified formulary on a regular basis.
- Maintains personnel file.
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
- LA: At a minimum, two years full time experience working as an LPN.
- 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.
Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
Deaconess Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.