Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Home Health Hospice, Part time
Job Requirements
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Home Health Hospice, Part time, Days 1 Weekend (Sat/Sun)/Month, 2 Week Days/Month (7a-7p) and 1 on-call Weekend/Month
JOB SUMMARY:Under general supervisor, this role utilizes the nursing process to deliver care to adult to geriatric population as defined in the unit-specific structural standards of the assigned area.
Work Experience
Work Orientation & Experience:Previous experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred. Skills & Abilities:Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology;b) effectively convey verbal and written information and medical terminology; c) perform mathematical calculations correctly; d) organize and manage time effectively setting appropriate priorities to make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospice residence, including all shifts; g)effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) ability to assume role of Charge Nurse and demonstrate professional leadership; i)comply with OSHA standards; and J) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team member, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital, hospice providers and nursing administration.
Benefits
Compensation:
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