Hospice LPN Montgomery County PA

apartment Serenity Hospice Care Pennsylvania location_onPhiladelphia, PA

Hospice LPN Philadelphia Pa

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hospice Location: Philadelphia County, PA Schedule: Full-Time | No Nights, No Weekends Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hospice team serving the Philadelphia, PA. In this role, the LPN provides high-quality, comfort-focused nursing care to hospice patients in their homes and other care settings, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. What We Offer No nights, weekends, or on-call requirements Mileage reimbursement Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) enrollment Generous PTO package , including vacation, sick time, and holidays Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment Meaningful, patient-centered work making a difference every day Key Responsibilities Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with individualized plans of care Perform nursing tasks within LPN scope of practice under RN supervision Monitor and document patient status, symptoms, and responses to care Assist with medication administration and medication reconciliations as ordered Provide wound care and other treatments per physician and RN direction Educate patients and families on daily care needs and comfort measures Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the RN case manager Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with hospice regulations Support patient comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being Qualifications Current Pennsylvania LPN license in good standing (required) Hospice, home health, or long-term care experience preferred Strong clinical and communication skills Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care Ability to work independently in the field Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation #OCEAN2024

apartment Serenity Hospice Care Pennsylvania location_onBensalem, PA

Hospice LPN Montgomery County PA

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hospice Location: Montgomery County, PA Schedule: Full-Time | No Nights, No Weekends Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hospice team serving the Montgomery County, Pa area. In this role, the LPN provides high-quality, comfort-focused nursing care to hospice patients in their homes and other care settings, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. What We Offer No nights, weekends, or on-call requirements Mileage reimbursement Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) enrollment Generous PTO package , including vacation, sick time, and holidays Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment Meaningful, patient-centered work making a difference every day Key Responsibilities Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with the individualized plan of care Perform nursing tasks within LPN scope of practice under RN supervision Monitor and document patient status, symptoms, and responses to care Assist with medication administration and medication reconciliations as ordered Provide wound care and other treatments per physician and RN direction Educate patients and families on daily care needs and comfort measures Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the RN case manager Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with hospice regulations Support patients’ comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being Qualifications Current Pennsylvania LPN license in good standing (required) Hospice, home health, or long-term care experience preferred Strong clinical assessment and communication skills Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care Ability to work independently in the field Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation #OCEAN2024

apartment Guthrie location_onTowanda, PA

Licensed Practical Nurse-Hospice-Full Time

Up to a $15,000.00 Sign on Bonus! Position Summary: Provides nursing care on an intermittent or continuous care shift basis to patients in their place of residence under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN is assigned to patients by the Hospice Director and functions under his/her direction. Education, License & Cert: Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. LPN currently licensed in Pennsylvania. Knowledge of nursing practice at a level normally associated with a Practical Nurse. High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Experience: One (1) year nursing experience in an acute care setting and/or previous Hospice experience or similar work with patients/families experiencing terminal illness is preferred. Experience and skill in supervision is desired. Essential Functions: 1. Provides nursing care in accordance with the standards of the Nurse Practice Act in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 2. Assists patients and family in learning self‐care techniques as instituted by the primary nurse. Assists the primary nurse in the performance of specialized procedure for patients assigned. 3. Carries out treatments assigned, utilizing sterile technique and prepares the necessary equipment and materials. Provides direct nursing service after initial assessment by the primary nurse in accordance with Hospice policies. 4. Reinforces appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as outlined by the Hospice Director in the interdisciplinary Plan of Care. Consults with the primary nurse and other disciplines involved in the patient’s care. 5. Prepares clinical and progress notes and documents appropriately according to company policy for all assigned patients. Provides thorough observation of patient status and reports change to Hospice Director or On Call Nurse for appropriate action. 6. Meets the requirements for participation in patient/community/referral source education plan as stipulated by agency policy. 7. May administer sub q and IM medications according to company policy. 8. Attends all in services prior to performing new policies/procedures. 9. Consults RN/Clinical Coordinator regarding any unfamiliar policies/procedures. 10. Carries out schedule/assignment as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or Hospice Director. Other Duties: 1. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‐inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position. 2. Travel is required.

apartment Care Comfort Hospice location_onMurrysville, PA

Hospice RN/LPN Nurse-ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE-PRN/PART-TIME/FULL TIME

$5000 Retention Bonus Care Comfort Hospice is looking for Part Time/Full Time/PRN Hospice Nurses. ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE! FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE! I. Qualifications Skilled Nurse from an Accredited program currently licensed and in good standing with the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. One to 2 years’ experience in nursing in an acute care setting or 1-year experience in home health, hospice or comparable experience is preferred. Desire to learn and demonstration of aptitude for the hospice philosophy and comfort care required. II. Responsibilities It is the responsibility of the Visit Nurse to coordinate and provide the highest level of hospice care to patients and families. The Visit Nurse works in conjunction with the Nurse Case Manager, Director of Nursing (DON) and the Interdisciplinary Team to: · provide hands-on clinical nursing, interacting with patients, family, physicians, Interdisciplinary Team members, and other health care professionals involved in the patient’s care. · assess and coordinate a pain/symptom management program formulated with the participation of family and patient, attending physician and the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizing pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods of pain/symptom control to enhance quality of life. · assist in facilitating freedom of choice, relief of suffering and death with dignity for patients facing end of life issues. · provide support and education for families based on the hospice philosophy of care. Care includes physical, psychological, spiritual, and financial comfort. · participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and up-dates the Plan of Care (POC) for assigned patients based on identified problems and needs. · ensure all services provided are in accordance with the patient’s POC. · ensure the POC involves the active participation of the patient, family, PCP, and the Interdisciplinary Team · provide Nurse Case Manager with appropriate information to coordinate all services related to hospice care for assigned patients. Coordination of services include communicating and making referrals for home health aide/homemaker, chaplain, social worker, volunteer, and ancillary services, as well as ordering medications and Durable Medical Equipment · educate patient and family on the disease process and expectation related to the disease progression. · assist with CQI activities. · work as a team member at all times and uphold the Hospice Code of Ethics · provide care to manage patient symptoms. · utilize the medication formulary whenever possible for the management of patient symptoms. · reports to DON as patient condition changes, changes in the patient condition that require change in level of care. III. Orientation and Training Care Comfort Hospice will provide orientation and training, as necessary, to assist the Hospice Nurse in performing the responsibilities listed above. Training may be in-house or outside seminars. Evidence of orientation and training will become part of the personnel file. IV. On Call The Hospice Nurse will be on call according to scheduling. During the hours when on call, the Visit Nurse is expected to follow On Call Protocol and to respond to all pages within 20 minutes. V. Accountability Reports directly to the Nurse Case Manager and Director of Nursing. Benefits Pulled from the full job description Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance