Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice - FT
VitalCaring Group · Selma, AL · 4 days ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Patient Care
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
- Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the established plan of care.
- Assess and educate patients and their families/caregivers on diagnosis, care needs, and symptom management.
- Use and prepare equipment and supplies safely and effectively, consistently adhering to aseptic technique.
- Deliver appropriate pain and symptom management; monitor patient response to treatments and medications.
Communication & Coordination
- Document all care accurately and timely in alignment with the plan of care.
- Participate in care coordination and promptly report needs requiring involvement from other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the RN and/or Clinical Care Manager.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing or vocational nursing program.
- Minimum of three years of nursing experience preferred; home health, community-based, or medical-surgical experience ideal.
- Current state LPN/LVN licensure.
- CPR certification.
- Demonstrated adherence to professional nursing standards and practices.
- Licensed driver with a reliable, insured automobile meeting organizational requirements.
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision, Pharmacy Benefits, Virtual & Mental Health Support, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Health & Life Insurance.
- Financial & Legal: 401(k) with Company Match, Employee Referral Program, Prepaid Legal Plans, Identity Theft Protection.
- Work-Life Balance & Perks: Paid Time Off, Pet Insurance, Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement.
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time salaried position with flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments.