Current jobs related to LPN-Hospice - Bridgeport - West Virginia University Health System
-
Hospice Music Therapist
3 weeks ago
Bridgeport, United States Masonicare Full timeHospice Music Therapist Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - East Lyme, CT area Pay-Per-Visit Visits are compensated based on a flat rate of $35/visit The Music Therapist provides direct services to hospice and palliative care patients and their families in homes and inpatient and outpatient units. Emphasis is placed on coordinating and rendering therapeutic,...
-
Hospice Music Therapist
1 month ago
Bridgeport, United States Masonicare Full timeHospice Music Therapist Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - East Lyme, CT area Pay-Per-Visit *Visits are compensated based on a flat rate of $35/visit* The Music Therapist provides direct services to hospice and palliative care patients and their families in homes and inpatient and outpatient units. Emphasis is placed on coordinating and rendering...
-
Hospice Music Therapist
1 month ago
BRIDGEPORT, United States MASONICARE Full timeHospice Music Therapist Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - East Lyme, CT areaPay-Per-Visit *Visits are compensated based on a flat rate of $35/visit* The Music Therapist provides direct services to hospice and palliative care patients and their families in homes and inpatient and outpatient units. Emphasis is placed on coordinating and rendering...
-
Hospice Music Therapist
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, United States MASONICARE Full timeHospice Music Therapist Masonicare Home Health & Hospice - East Lyme, CT areaPay-Per-Visit*Visits are compensated based on a flat rate of $35/visit* The Music Therapist provides direct services to hospice and palliative care patients and their families in homes and inpatient and outpatient units. Emphasis is placed on coordinating and rendering therapeutic,...
-
Senior Hospice Nurse Specialist
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States BAYADA Home Health Care Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at BAYADA Home Health Care. As a Senior Hospice Nurse Specialist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team that provides palliative care to clients in their homes.
-
LPN Home Visits
9 hours ago
Bridgeport, United States LHC Group Full timeSummary We are hiring PRN LPNs for home visits with our in-home patients in New Philadelphia, OH and the surrounding area. At Cambridge Personal Care, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we...
-
Hospice Music Therapist Specialist
1 month ago
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States MASONICARE Full time**Job Summary:**We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Hospice Music Therapist to join our team at Masonicare Home Health & Hospice in East Lyme, CT area. This role requires a unique blend of music therapy expertise and hospice care knowledge to provide high-quality patient-centered services.**Responsibilities: Assess patients of all ages to identify...
-
LPN Nurse
2 weeks ago
Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at West Virginia University Health System. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the physician in delivering medical services.Job Summary:Provide nursing support to the physician and deliver direct...
-
Full-time LPN
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, United States Haven Behavioral Healthcare Full timeFull-time LPN - Days at Haven Behavioral Healthcare summary: The Full-time LPN position at Haven Behavioral Hospital involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on maintaining a safe treatment environment, effective communication with the treatment team, and delivering compassionate care to...
-
Part-time LPN Specialist
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, Pennsylvania, United States Haven Behavioral Healthcare Full timeJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia. As a part-time LPN, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a psychiatric setting.About the Role:This is a part-time opportunity with a competitive salary and shift differentials. You...
-
LPN Night Shift Opportunity
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States HexaQuEST Global - Healthcare Full timeCompany Overview: At HexaQuEST Global - Healthcare, we strive to provide exceptional patient care and promote a culture of compassion and respect. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals is committed to delivering the highest standard of service to our patients and their families.Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to...
-
LPN Bridgeport Community Health Nurse
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States Community Care of West Virginia Full timeJob Title: LPN Bridgeport Community Health Nurse About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled LPN to join our team at Community Care of West Virginia. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced outpatient clinic setting. Key Responsibilities: - Provide direct patient care, including...
-
RN/LPN (LTC) - Per Diem
3 weeks ago
Bridgeport, United States Jewish Senior Services Full timeGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe households at Mozaic Senior Life (MSL) will each be led by a team consisting of a Clinical Nurse Leader (RN/LPN), Household Coordinator (non-clinical leader), and Lead Homemaker. These leadership teams will work to create home, community, family, and provide Residents with the highest quality of life and quality of care in a household...
-
RN/LPN (LTC) - Per Diem
4 months ago
Bridgeport, United States Jewish Senior Services Full timeGENERAL DESCRIPTION The households at Mozaic Senior Life (MSL) will each be led by a team consisting of a Clinical Nurse Leader (RN/LPN), Household Coordinator (non-clinical leader), and Lead Homemaker. These leadership teams will work to create home, community, family, and provide Residents with the highest quality of life and quality of care in a...
-
Dedicated Medical Professional
7 days ago
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States American Family Care Bridgeport Full timeAbout American Family Care BridgeportWe are a leading provider of urgent care services in Bridgeport, Fairfield, Trumbull, and Shelton, CT. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals is committed to delivering exceptional medical care in a timely and convenient manner. We prioritize building strong relationships with our patients and communities through...
-
LPN Flex Per Diem Nurse
2 weeks ago
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States Mozaic Senior Life Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate and skilled LPN to join our team at Mozaic Senior Life. As a per diem nurse, you will have the flexibility to choose your shifts and work at your own pace.About Mozaic Senior LifeMozaic Senior Life is a leading provider of senior care services. Our mission is to provide high-quality care and support to seniors in a...
-
LPN Per Diem Position for Experienced Nurses
1 week ago
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States Jewish Senior Services Full timeAbout UsMozaic Senior Life is a respected provider of senior care services in the region, known for our commitment to quality and compassion. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care and support to our residents, while also providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.Per Diem LPN Position OverviewWe are currently seeking experienced LPNs to...
-
Skilled Care LPN Specialist
4 weeks ago
Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeAbout the RoleWest Virginia University Health System is seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.Job Summary:We are looking for an experienced LPN with a passion for delivering...
-
LPN Licensed Practical Nurse
4 months ago
Bridgeport, United States BridgePort Healthcare Center Full time $30 - $37A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSEBe one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra mile to make a lasting difference in the lives of our residents and their...
-
RN/LPN (2nd Shift Part-time) Float
3 weeks ago
Bridgeport, United States Jewish Senior Services Full timeGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe households at Mozaic Senior Life (MSL) will each be led by a team consisting of a Clinical Nurse Leader (RN/LPN), Household Coordinator (non-clinical leader), and Lead Homemaker. These leadership teams will work to create home, community, family, and provide Residents with the highest quality of life and quality of care in a household...
LPN-Hospice
2 months ago
Welcome We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position.
Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of patients in the home under the supervision of an RN. In collaboration with the patient, family and health care team, this role will implement and evaluate with the RN the nursing care according to the following systems/functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Practical Nursing, or appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a practical nurse OR current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
EXPERIENCE:
1. Valid driver's license.
2. CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
1. One year of Hospice Nursing preferred.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures
2. Uses nursing process including assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating to meet the patient's physical and psychological needs.
3. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures
4. Provides a safe and comfortable environment in the patient's home.
5. Ensures privacy and demonstrates concern for the dignity of patient in performing all patient care.
6. Completes assignments in a timely manner.
7. Communicates patient care problems or potential problems to the primary RN, Administrative Staff and/or other IDT members as identified/occur to assure continuity and coordination of care.
8. Maintains patient confidentiality according to policies and procedures
9. Functions effectively as a LPN in respect to organization, communication, and prioritization.
10. Completes and documents full system assessment, including assessment of level of cophysical and psychosocial aspects and identifies age - specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter.
11. Understands of pathophysiologic process by taking appropriate nursing action in accordance with changes in patient condition. (collaborates with primary RN).
12. Develops and upgrades problem list based upon continuing assessment with RN and record/update care plan.
13.Reports significant observed changes in patient condition to primary RN and Administrative Staff and or physician
14. Follows a plan of care based on the assessed findings and update under physician orders and primary RN.
15. Documents patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas as defined by the documentation policy and procedure. Provides appropriate documentation of nursing intervention, patient response, effectiveness, complications and other pertinent information with RN supervision.
16. Performs CPR when directed by patients' wishes/appropriate representative.
17. Demonstrates bag technique per policy and procedure.
18. Observes documents and takes appropriate action and notifies RN/Administrative staff of the following conditions.
* Skin condition, venous condition, extremity circulation and mobility.
* Complication with infiltration, phlebitis, infection circulatory overload and abnormal s/s
* Allergic reaction
19. Performs the following treatments/procedures according to specific standards:
* Vital signs
* Patient weights
* Specimen collection, ostomy care, urethral catheterization and Pressure wound care
* Dressing changes
* Oral suction
* ROM
* Bladder training
* Bowel training
* Patient ambulation/transfer and positioning
* Pacemaker
* Diabetes
20. Performs and monitors patient teaching according to the policy and procedures. Anticipates, modifies and adapts the teaching plan to accommodate the patient and family. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan on a regular basis.
21. Coordinates care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the Medication Administration Standards. Reports findings of discrepancies to the primary RN and Administrative staff.
22. Collaborates with the primary RN in order to facilitate a change in the level of care in compliance with the change in level of care standard. Reports changes in level of care to primary RN and Administrative staff.
23. Understands the stages of death and dying as it relates to hospice patients. Understands nursing care needed for terminally ill, acutely ill patient
24. Performs post mortem care as needed.
25. LPNs are responsible for the following technical skills and duties:
* IV Therapy including Ports, PICCs, TLC catheters, sterile dressing changes, antibiotic therapy-no PPIs, TPN and Chemo Infusions, no titration of pain pumps. LPN cannot pull PICC.
* Wound vacs, all aspects of sterile wound care, Pleurx drain care, Ostomy care, Trach care, Gtube care, and Foley and suprapubic caths. LPN cannot remove OnQ pain pump removal (placed by ortho).
* Labs via peripheral and central access.
* Revolution Device changes.
* Complete head to toe assessments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties throughout the work shift.
2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.
3. Hearing within normal range is required (i.e. To assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)
4. Visual acuity must be within normal range.
5. Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
6. Must be able to operate motor vehicle with a safe practice.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.
Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.
2. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
4. Exposure to electrical current.
5. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.
6. Exposure to bad road conditions.
7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.
8. The majority of work is performed in the patient's home and may require extensive travel.
9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.
RN performs the initial assessment upon admission and the LPN does continuing assessments, thereafter, implementing and evaluating with the RN patient care, according to policy using judgment to determine the physical, psychological and social needs of the patient and documents this in the chart.
2. Demonstrates competency in technical and clinical skills, completes skills checklist, and correctly performs these skills daily as required.
3. Administers medications by all acceptable routes as ordered by physician and authorized by RN according to accepted policy and procedure.
4. Communicates plan of care and patient needs effectively, in a multi-disciplinary fashion to any and all involved persons and/or departments.
5. Anticipates teaching of needs of each patient, modifying, adapting, executing and evaluating the plan on a regular basis.
6. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.
7. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions, and mush be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.
8. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.
9. Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
10. Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.
11. Must have math skills to enable calculation of drug dosages and infusion rates.
12. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to patient rights.
13. Must be able to work weekend, holidays and all shifts.
14. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.
15. Demonstrates knowledge of compliance of Federal, State, and local regulations/laws.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:
SHC WVUHS Home Care
Cost Center:
370 SHC Hospice Clarksburg
Address:
2673 Davisson Run Road
Clarksburg
West Virginia
WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.
