LPN Crisis Care; Nights

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Full Time Direct Patient Care Wooster, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition

Location: Wooster, Ohio
Schedule: Full-Time | Nights | 8:00 PM–8:00 AM
Shifts: Three 12-hour shifts per week | Every-other-weekend rotation

At Ohio’s Hospice of Central Ohio, we believe every patient deserves compassionate, exceptional care throughout their end-of-life journey.

We are seeking a
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Crisis Care to join our team in providing compassionate, patient-centered care when patients and families need additional support. This is an opportunity to use your nursing skills in a meaningful way while helping patients experience comfort, dignity, and peace at the end of life.

As a Crisis Care LPN, you will provide
one-on-one bedside care for hospice patients who are actively declining and require an increased level of support. Working under the direction and supervision of an RN, you will play an important role in maintaining comfort and supporting patients and their families during a critical time.

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospice patients in homes and facilities.
• Provide one-on-one bedside care to patients experiencing an active decline.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly communicate changes to the supervising RN and hospice care team.
• Provide comfort-focused care based on the patient's physical, emotional, and end-of-life needs.
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Accurately and timely document patient care and services.
• Support patients and families with compassion, dignity, and respect.
• Provide care in accordance with hospice standards, organizational policies, and patient-centered goals.

• Current
  Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Ohio with no active board actions.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Computer skills sufficient to accurately document patient care and services.
• Ability to safely drive during daytime, nighttime, and inclement weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Minimum state-required automobile insurance coverage.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Ability to successfully pass a 10-panel drug screening.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with a genuine commitment to hospice care.

Your health, well-being, and professional growth matter to us. We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with 5% employer match
• Support and pay incentive for achieving hospice certification

Hospice nursing is more than providing clinical care—it's about being present for patients and families during some of life's most important moments. If you are an LPN who brings compassion, clinical skill, and a desire to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Ohio’s Hospice offers opportunity, advancement and a great foundation for growth to energetic people looking to serve our mission. Those who join our team are committed to providing superior care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We provide our staff members with the resources and support to contribute and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

Come join a group of people that are wildly passionate about taking care of our patients and each other!

As a member of our team, you'll have a chance to impact many lives. You may find a deeper meaning in your work or rediscover why you chose your profession in the first place. The passion you may have been missing in previous workplaces can be found at Ohio's Hospice of Central Ohio.

Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be platinum certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio’s Hospice welcomes those in the LGBT community to join our team.