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QA Hospice - Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Albuquerque, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3812+Academy+Pkwy+N+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Hospice de la Luzis looking for afull timeLicensed Vocational Nurses (LPN / LVN)to join our dedicated team to provide part time community-based care for our patients currently receiving hospice services in theAlbuquerque, NMmetro area working part timeQAPI supportin the office and part time RN support in the field.

This position would be split between 3 days in the office and then 2 days in a facility supporting a RN Case Manager with our patients on hospice services in that facility.

The primary function of the LPN / LVN is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. The LPN / LVN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

+ Provide nursing care to patients of all ages in their homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.

+ Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency.

+ Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans.

+ Monitor patient health and report any changes to the supervising RN.

+ Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

+ Educate patients and their families on health care needs, conditions, and options.

+ Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and progress.

Job Qualifications:

+ Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.

+ Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC. Must have a current driver's license.

+ Two years’ experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting. Home health experience highly preferred.

+ HCHB experience highly preferred

+ Proficiency in nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.

+ Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

+ Work in patients' homes in various conditions.

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.

+ Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs.

+ Ability to make quick decisions and acquire necessary resources.

+ Must meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.

Benefits for full time employees:

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

+ Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance

+ PTO - 80 hours

+ 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

+ 401k retirement savings plan

+ Company-paid life insurance

+ Mileage reimbursement

+ Competitive compensation package

Salary Description

$22.00 - $34.00