Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
JOB SUMMARY:
A qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers nursing care to terminally ill clients as directed. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and IDG plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Services are furnished in accordance with Endless Journey, LLC policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred.
Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Endless Journey Hospice.
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
Completion of a Hospice training program prior to providing care.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
Implements the IDG nursing care plan for each client.
Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned.
Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the client's physical or emotional condition.
Teaches and counsels the client and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems.
Evaluates with registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPN's/LVN’s nursing service provided to the client and family under the guidance of the registered nurse.
Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments and care of client.
Participates in medical record audit as assigned.
Attends staff meetings, IDG conferences and in-services as scheduled.
Takes on-call duty, nights, weekends and holidays as assigned.
Is responsible for:
Submitting any changes in schedule to the Executive Director or Client Care Manager on a daily basis.
Participating in IDG conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the hospice team.
Prepares clinical and progress notes.
Assists the physician and RN in performing specialized procedures.
Prepares equipment and materials for treatments.
Observes aseptic technique as required.
Assists the client/family in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Other tasks assigned by Executive Director.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors in hospice office and client home settings and travels to/from care locations.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Supervised by: Executive Director/Client Care Manager
Directed by: RN Case Manager
RISK EXPOSURE:
High risk
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:
Ability to participate in physical activity.
Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
Heavy lifting.
Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.
ADA Requirements:
Sitting…………………………………………………………….. 1 - 2 hours/day
Standing………………………….………………………………. 4 - 6 hours/day
Walking …………………….……………………………………. 4 - 6 hours/day
Reaching …………………………….. 0.5 hour/day – 8 ft., higher or lower
Use of telephone ………………………………………….. 1 - 2 hours/day
Working under pressure…………………………………… 3 – 4 hours/day
Use of keyboard/computer, printer, fax, copier……1 - 2 hours/day
Position requires close work; finger dexterity; good vision, hearing, and oral communication.
May occasionally work longer than 8 hours/day.
Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Lincoln, NE 68527 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Lincoln, NE 68527: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
