Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (NOC Shift)

Description

ABOUT US

Are you looking for a job where you can grow, have a flexible schedule, and a supportive team behind you? Mission Healthcare is the company to give you all that and MORE! We take pride in putting our employees’ needs first. In 2018 & 2019 we were nominated and awarded a Top Workplace award. One of our biggest motivators is to let our employees know they are making a positive difference in the lives of others and that their dedicated commitment matters and affects the medical care journey of our patients, their loved ones and the communities we serve.

Our mission, as a clinically owned and operated organization, it to have a positive impact on the lives of our patients, their families and our healthcare partners throughout the continuum of care.

Join our team and serve our community with PURPOSE!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

ALL EMPLOYEE BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

Competitive Pay Rates

Sick Leave Program

Development & Continued Education

Team Licensing Assistance

Employee Team Support

Employee Referral Program

FULL TIME AND PART TIME BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

Medical, Dental, Vision (available the 1st day of month following date of hire)

401(k) Plan

Flex & Dependent Care Spending Accounts

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life, AD&D, Accident, Critical Care & Cancer Insurance

Vacation Time Accrual

Holiday Pay (Full time only)

ABOUT THE JOB

Service Line: Hospice

Job Title: NOC Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Reports To: Clinical Manager

Position Objective

The NOC 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. Works night shift.

Job Duties/Knowledge (Essential)

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
3. Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
4. Assesses and provides 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, SW, ST, and Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
8. Participates in personal and professional growth and development. Also participates in organization’s quality assessments performance improvement teams and activities.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Requirements

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
2. Three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as a 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. Possess and maintains current BLS Hands On CPR Certification.
8. Understands philosophy of Hospice concept. Also Understands needs of the terminally ill.

Travel – This is a traveling position. Must maintain a valid driver’s license, active auto insurance meeting state minimum requirements and an operational vehicle.