LPN (NIGHTS)

**\*This position includes a $5,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified candidates! REQUIRED SHIFT: Full Time(3) 12 hour (DAY) shifts 8:00AM-8:30PM w/alternating weekends & rotating holidays** **Job Summary:** Under the supervision of an RN, the LPN is responsible for the ongoing evaluation of the physical and emotional needs of the patient/family and for assisting in the coordination of care necessary to meet these needs in order to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for the patient/family. **Essential Job Functions:** - Under the direction of the RN utilizes a systematic process to determine the physical and emotional needs of the patient to provide the framework from which patient care is planned. - Completes all required documentation at point of origin and documents in the EMR if required as indicated by policy. - Communicates with the case manager and physician informing him/her of the patient’s status - Recognizes, reports, and documents significant findings/changes in the patient’s condition to the primary nurse, facility staff if patient is in a facility, and/or physician. - Orders medical supplies, equipment and medication refills as needed. - Under the direction of the RN implements plan of care in an organized and efficient manner in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. - Identifies additional problems/needs and contributes to the Plan of Care after collaboration with the RN. - Identifies patient/family educational needs and develops a teaching plan utilizing resources available in collaboration with the RN. - Implements physician directed care in a timely manner. - Implements nursing interventions and procedures for physical and emotional needs based on the objectives of the Plan of Care. - Administers and educates patients and caregivers on routine and PRN medications and treatments with knowledge of actions, contraindications, side effects and desired outcomes. - Documents the effectiveness of the nursing interventions in meeting the identified physical and emotional needs of patient. - Communicates with other team members and facility staff to provide coordination of care. - Follows established guidelines at time of patient death, providing emotional support to the family. - Completes documentation accurately, concisely and in a timely manner including responses to interventions. - Provides information to the HHA/CNA. - Contributes to overall team functioning by responsible participation. - Fulfills all yearly mandatory requirements as designated by the organization. - Reports all infections/suspected infections on the appropriate forms. - Notifies the appropriate physicians at the time of death. - Notifies the primary nurse, supervisor/manager, and/or Care 24 staff at time at time of death so on coming staffing needs can be evaluated. - Performs monthly chart reviews as assigned. 24 hours chart checks are done daily in IPU. - Is available for holiday, on-call, weekend, illness and vacation coverage as needed. - Follows the Compliance and Ethics Program. - Performs other duties as needed and directed **Core Values:** Innovation: We embrace change and are always looking at creative ways to solve problems and serve new populations. Integrity: We are honest, hardworking, fiscally responsible professionals driven solely by the well being of our patients, their loved ones, and the communities we serve. Collaboration: We know we cannot achieve everything we want without working hand-in-hand with each other, with our healthcare partners, and with the community. Celebration: We believe in the importance of celebrating life and relationships. Education: We believe it is important not only to serve the community but to educate community members about our services and the role we can play at the end of life. **Education/Experience:** Certificate from college or technical school; three to six months related experience and/or training. **Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:** Current Licen…