Hospice Lvn - Bastrop, United States - Jol Healthcare
Description
The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for clients of all ages in their residence, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family, and referring agency.
Essential Functions of the Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN):- Under the direction of an RN, supplement the patient's nursing care needs as provided by the RN and as specified in the POC.
- Assist the RN in carrying out the plan of care.
- Assist the patient in learning appropriate selfcare techniques.
- Complete appropriate clinical and progress notes, documenting outcomes of interventions
- Provide services by organizational policies procedures and regulations that define the scope of practice.
- Assist the RN and or physician in performing specialized duties related to endoflife care.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatment adhering to aseptic technique as required.
We offer:
- Competitive pay
- Mileage reimbursement or company car if applicable
- Advancement opportunity
- Flexible hours
- Up to 30 Paid Days Off for fulltime employees.
- Benefits include health, dental, vision, and supplemental plans for fulltime employees.
- 401k for ALL employees
Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
Licensure:
Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license, issued by a state
member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC,
current driver's license.
Experience:
Two years experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting, hospice preferred
Skills:
Nursing skills are defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
