Role OverviewThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients and performs indirect patient care duties under the direction of the Clinical Director and/or Registered Nurse. The LPN contributes to the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and follows an individualized plan of care.
What You Will Do
The LPN will assist the RN and/or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care, prepare and administer medications, take temperatures, pulses, and blood pressures, and assist with admission of new patients.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years general nursing experience, Hospice experience preferred, and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting. The LPN will be responsible for implementing and continuing the appropriate teaching in cooperation with the Registered Nurse and will contribute to the development of the plan of care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program
- Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- CPR certification
- PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline) clearance
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Learning budget
- Parental leave
- Wellness program
- Visa/relocation support
- Remote flexibility
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