Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Part Time Weekends

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to residents/patients, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Clinical Director.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to patients within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Coordinates and directs patient care.
• Collaborates with Registered Nurses to complete assessments, documentation, and data collection.
• Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered.
• Observes and monitors patient's condition and reports changes as appropriate.
• Safeguards patients and team members by ensuring all physicians' orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe, and efficiently organized work area.
• Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person.
• Maintains compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working.
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance, and satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous experience providing senior care/healthcare setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility, including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to part-time team members including flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources.

Pay

The targeted pay range for this job is $30.00 - $32.00 per hour.

Schedule

Weekends only - Saturday & Sunday 8am-4:30pm - 32hrs bi-weekly.