LPN, VNA of Cape Cod

Overview

Purpose of Position: Under the direction of the Team Manager and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on individual patients within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.

Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

• Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and MD.
• Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
• Demonstrates 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.
• Evaluates and reassesses the identified problems, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
• Identifies ancillary services needed by patients and families and reports findings to RN.
• Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the Team Leader, Office Nurse, RN and members of the inter-disciplinary team as needed.
• Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
• Records narrative documentation to reflect skilled care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.
• All other duties as assigned.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

• 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.

37.5 Hours Per Week, Monday–Friday, 8a–4p, Rotating Weekends and Holidays. Area:
Hyannis to Falmouth.
* Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

Visiting Nurse Association

Primary

Location:

Massachusetts-Hyannis
Department: VNA-Hospice

Annual/Hourly:
Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: 28 - 35