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About the Role

As an LPN for The Joe Raso Hospice Residence, you will be a key member of the clinical team, providing essential care and support to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, honoring life, giving care, and bringing comfort.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in coordination of all aspects of resident care in accordance with current professional nursing standards and practice.
• Provide direct care according to the established resident plan of care.
• Document in the EMR, services rendered as outlined on the resident plan of care in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Contribute to resident and family counseling and education.
• Provide appropriate pain and symptom management according to the resident’s plan of care.
• Keep the RN apprised of the resident’s condition as needed.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures established by United Hospice.
• Use equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Maintain resident confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment.
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Possession of a valid and current NYS LPN license.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in nursing with recent clinical experience in either hospice or hospital-based med/surg nursing.
• Be in compliance with accepted professional nursing standards and practice.
• Committed to the Hospice Philosophy of Care.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and workforce in a personable and effective manner.
• Able to communicate effectively while sustaining a caring, kind and professional disposition.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Electronic medical record competence is required.
• Admission and end-of-life care experience is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Written communication skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Electronic medical record competence

Location

• New York

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2 years of experience

Education Level

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Salary/Compensations

• $30.00/hr. - $37.00/hr.

Benefits

• Not benefits eligible except as required by law or United Hospice policies.

About the Company

• A career at United Hospice, Inc. provides an opportunity to be part of a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated team committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients and their families.
• At United Hospice, we are dedicated to honoring life, giving care, and bringing comfort to our patients and families.
• Our service delivery care model focuses on providing patient centered care, clinical excellence and supporting patients and their families at an end-of-life illness.

Equal Opportunity

• United Hospice, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer