• Licensed P/V Nurse Continuous Care

    Gentiva (Orlando, FL)


    Overview

     

    We’re looking for a **Licensed Practical Nurse Continuous Care** to join our team. This position will report directly to the Executive Director/Administrator or Director of Clinical Services, but work under the direction of the Registered Nurse to provide continuous care visits to patients and families in a facility/unit or home setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse Continuous Care will actively monitor patients and report changes in their condition.

     

    + Achieve palliation and management of acute medical symptoms during brief periods of crisis

    + Under the direction of an RN, provide patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family with a reasonable case load

    + Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient

    + Provide direct patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs

    + Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their healthcare needs

    + Report findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician and document all reports

     

    About You

     

    + Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing

    + A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an LPN/LVN, either in long-term care, hospice, or home health.

    + Three to five years’ experience preferred

    + Compassionate, kind and empathetic to our patients and their families

    + Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients, families and caregivers

    + Certified in CPR

     

    We Offer

     

    + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO

    + Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program

    + Competitive Salaries

    + Mileage Reimbursement

    + Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

     

    Legalese

     

    + This is a safety-sensitive position

    + Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

    + Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

    + We are proud to be an EEO employer

    + We maintain a drug-free workplace

     

    ReqID: 2024-116184

    Category: LPNs/LVNs

    Position Type: Flex/Per Diem

    Company: Gentiva Hospice