Licensed Practical Nurse - Part Time; PRN Per Visit

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

• 1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• 2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• 3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• 4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
• 5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor.
• 6. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• 7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
• 8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• 9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

• 1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• 2. One year of nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• 3. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
• 4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• 5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• 6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• 7. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

• Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
• Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.