Hospice LPN - Full Time
Success profile
Who makes a successful nurse at Enhabit? We look for the right mix of the following traits when speaking with you.
- Compassionate
- Positive
- Trustworthy
- Adaptable
- Collaborative
- Communicator
Culture
- Growth & development
- Values & shared purpose
- Well-being
Benefits & perks
- Professional development
- Collaboration
- Work-life balance
- Awards & recognition
- PDO
- Health care
Responsibilities
Enhabit Hospice LPNs provide basic bedside care to terminally ill patients. Our nurses take and keep track of patients' vital signs such as weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. They also prepare and give patients injections, monitor catheters, and dress wounds. Our nurses may be required to assist with basic care such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, standing, walking, and eating. Our nurses must be capable of compassionate communication with patients and families, have keen observation skills, high ethical standards, and knowledge of when to alert doctors and others about changes in patients' conditions.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing and licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license, automobile liability insurance, and have dependable transportation
- Must have a minimum of one year of clinical experience
- Previous home health or hospice experience is preferred
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.