Protouch Staffing
LPN Hospice Care - Days - Per Diem, Palm Coast, FL
Protouch Staffing - Palm Coast, Florida, United States, 32164
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Must have prior Staffing Agency per diem or Staffing Agency Travel Nursing experience to qualify for this role.
LPN Hospice Care - Days - Per Diem, Palm Coast, FL - 35808359
(Locals only) Days (12 hour shifts), as needed (Per Diem)
LPN Local Pay rate for Days: $32- $33 DOE per hour
Travel in a 30-40 mile radius performing hospice care visits.
3-5 years exp preferred. Paper charting experience required.
Valid FL or LVN compact license in hand.
Must have a valid drivers license with auto insurance coverage. Reliable transportation required.
Per diem - bilingual preferred but not required. 8am or 8 pm.
PRN positions -Typically 12hr shifts but this may vary depending on the need.
Duties:
Job Summary: The LPN/LVN administers nursing care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients of all ages in their place of residence, and coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary team, patient, family and referring agency, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and state law where the hospice program is located. The role of the LPN/LVN is dependent in nature: All LPN/LVN nursing activities are to be assigned from an existing care plan and under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Essential Duties: -Provides direct skilled bedside nursing care as directed by the Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and the nursing standard operating procedures. -Evaluates patient/family needs and assists in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse. -Practices infection control measures and standard precautions. -Revises and resolves patient problems and goals as changes occur and/or recertification occurs after consultation with the Registered Nurse. -Participates in providing bereavement support to families, including closure contacts and associated bereavement activities as assigned by the team. -Attends staff meetings. -May participate in death pronouncement as per Nurse Practice Act, applicable state laws and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. -Performs other activities as assigned. -This is a safety-sensitive position. -May participate in call activities by completing scheduled routine visits or on-call visits after triage by the Registered Nurse. -Must participate in on call under the direction of a Registered Nurse. -Depending on Nurse Practice Act, may give on site direction to the Hospice Aide for activities listed on the Hospice Aide plan of care established by the RN. -Participates in the recertification process to assure patient eligibility by gathering data. -Reports findings or changes in the patient 's condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician. -Documents reports in clinical notes per agency policy and procedures. -Provides, and evaluates the effectiveness of, intermittent skilled nursing services as permitted by state regulations, which may include assessment, evaluation, procedures, administration of treatments and medications, education and training as outlined in the patient plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience: -Minimum two years LPN/LVN experience, either in oncology, long-term care, or hospice or home health. -Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. -Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work. FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Skills & Experience: -Three to five years ' experience preferred.
Education:
Required Education: -Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing. -FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Education: -N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure: -Proof of auto insurance and valid driver's license. -Must have current active license for state of practice. -Current BLS -FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A
LPN Hospice Care - Days - Per Diem, Palm Coast, FL - 35808359
(Locals only) Days (12 hour shifts), as needed (Per Diem)
LPN Local Pay rate for Days: $32- $33 DOE per hour
Travel in a 30-40 mile radius performing hospice care visits.
3-5 years exp preferred. Paper charting experience required.
Valid FL or LVN compact license in hand.
Must have a valid drivers license with auto insurance coverage. Reliable transportation required.
Per diem - bilingual preferred but not required. 8am or 8 pm.
PRN positions -Typically 12hr shifts but this may vary depending on the need.
Duties:
Job Summary: The LPN/LVN administers nursing care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients of all ages in their place of residence, and coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary team, patient, family and referring agency, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and state law where the hospice program is located. The role of the LPN/LVN is dependent in nature: All LPN/LVN nursing activities are to be assigned from an existing care plan and under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Essential Duties: -Provides direct skilled bedside nursing care as directed by the Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and the nursing standard operating procedures. -Evaluates patient/family needs and assists in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse. -Practices infection control measures and standard precautions. -Revises and resolves patient problems and goals as changes occur and/or recertification occurs after consultation with the Registered Nurse. -Participates in providing bereavement support to families, including closure contacts and associated bereavement activities as assigned by the team. -Attends staff meetings. -May participate in death pronouncement as per Nurse Practice Act, applicable state laws and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. -Performs other activities as assigned. -This is a safety-sensitive position. -May participate in call activities by completing scheduled routine visits or on-call visits after triage by the Registered Nurse. -Must participate in on call under the direction of a Registered Nurse. -Depending on Nurse Practice Act, may give on site direction to the Hospice Aide for activities listed on the Hospice Aide plan of care established by the RN. -Participates in the recertification process to assure patient eligibility by gathering data. -Reports findings or changes in the patient 's condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician. -Documents reports in clinical notes per agency policy and procedures. -Provides, and evaluates the effectiveness of, intermittent skilled nursing services as permitted by state regulations, which may include assessment, evaluation, procedures, administration of treatments and medications, education and training as outlined in the patient plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience: -Minimum two years LPN/LVN experience, either in oncology, long-term care, or hospice or home health. -Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. -Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work. FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Skills & Experience: -Three to five years ' experience preferred.
Education:
Required Education: -Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing. -FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Education: -N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure: -Proof of auto insurance and valid driver's license. -Must have current active license for state of practice. -Current BLS -FLORIDA: N/A
Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A