LPN Palliative Care, VNA of Cape Cod

Job Description - LPN Palliative Care, VNA of Cape Cod

Purpose of Position:
Under the direction of the Palliative Specialist and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on patients with a serious or life-limiting illness within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.

• Provide palliative care services including symptom management, education on medications and lifestyle changes to enhance quality of life, while collaborating closely with palliative specialist and community providers.
• Work with MSW to initiate discussions on advanced directives and goals of care to ensure a smooth and timely transition to hospice.
• Assess patient and family needs, report new or pertinent findings to the Palliative Specialist RN and MD.
• Follow prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
• Demonstrate the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure.
• Evaluate and reassess the identified problems, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
• Identify ancillary services needed by patients and families and report findings to RN.
• Collaborate and communicate on a regular basis with the members of the inter-disciplinary team as needed.
• Assist patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
• Record narrative documentation to reflect skilled care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient/caregiver.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
• Current LPN license in MA.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility or the equivalent.
• Homecare and computer skills preferred.

37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8a-4p, Occ. Weekends & Occ. Holidays. Sign-On Bonus Eligible.

Visiting Nurse Association

Department: VNA-LPN Hourly

Pay range: 28-35

Thepayrange displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cape Cod Healthcare’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.