Hospice LPN

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
• Participates in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
• Provide appropriate pain/symptom management.
• Evaluate patient’s response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal professional growth and development.
• Also participates in the organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years of nursing experience.
• Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• 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.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Understands philosophy of hospice concept.
• Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

Demonstrates expertise in patient care, including end-of-life care, pain management, and effective communication with patients and families. Maintains compliance with nursing standards and actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.