What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN House Manager (LPN) position at Mercy House of Chambersburg?
The House Manager, under the general supervision of the executive director, provides quality end-of-life care and support to guests, family, and visitors. The house manager is expected to assist in any way needed to ensure smooth functioning of the household; and display attitudes and actions that are compatible with the Mercy House of Chambersburg mission.
Functional Duties
- Adhere to daily schedule guidelines for assigned shift
- Oversee and support direct guest caregivers
- Assist with routine personal care to guests as needed
- Work collaboratively with hospice agencies to ensure guest needs are being met
- Administer medication per guest care plan, under the direction of their hospice provider
- Oversee, assist, and/or perform meal preparation, laundry, and housekeeping duties as needed.
- Assist other staff and/or volunteers as needed
- Read and implement the personal care interventions on the care plan for each guest
- Complete accurate documentation
- Notify the hospice Nurse of all guest problems and concerns as appropriate
- Perform other relevant duties as required
Requirements
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania
- Previous experience in healthcare, personal care, skilled nursing, end-of-life care, or hospice preferred
- Good communication and relationship-building skills
- Pass a criminal background check
- Actions and attitudes compatible with the Mercy House of Chambersburg mission Ability to handle sensitive and emergency situations with a calming, compassionate presence
- Attendance reliability
- Complete required Mercy House of Chambersburg training and periodic updates
- Compliance with TB policy
- Ability to lift 35 lbs. Working Conditions
- Potential exposure to bodily fluids, air born contaminant
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed in this position.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35