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Licensed Practical Nurse

4 months ago

Lafayette, United States Hospice of Acadiana Full time
Reports To: Clinical Coordinator; Works closely with all staff RN's and APRN's, receiving instructions/direction as necessary. Supervision of others NA.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, in a manner consistent with standards of practice. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: Currently licensed in Louisiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
  • Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
  • Experience: Three years of full time experience as an LPN; Hospice experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of hospice philosophy preferred.
  • Good oral, written and organizational skills.
  • Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office software.
  • Possesses current Louisiana Driver's License, Automobile Liability Coverage and CPR cert.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
  • Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
  • Observe, record, and report to the registered nurse or Nursing Coordinator on the general physical and mental condition of the patient.
  • Administer prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by the State or Local regulations.
  • Receive orders from the physician and follow those that are within the realm of practice for an LPN and within the standards of hospice practice.
  • Ensure quality and safe delivery of hospice services to patients/families/caregivers.
  • Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care and Hospice policies and procedures.
  • Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
  • Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary team. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Coordinator.
  • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
  • Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
  • Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.


The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks or special projects, other than those stated in this description, by supervisors/Leadership Team.

JOB ANALYSIS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Employee may be exposed to extremes of heat and cold in all weather conditions. Employees may also be exposed to dust, fumes or gases. Must drive in various weather conditions on roads in varying degrees of repair.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee may be exposed to infections/contagious diseases. May have contact with patients under a variety of circumstances. May be near moving equipment.

Handles emergency crisis situations. Travel required.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): See "Required PPE by Task" sheet.

OSHA EXPOSURE CATEGORY: III

Please review each category below, an X is placed in any area which applies to job performance.

1.Job Requires:

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Reaching

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Twisting

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Climbing

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2. Job requires organization personnel to lift/carry:

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3. Job requires organization personnel to push/pull:

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4. At work, organization personnel use feet for repetitive movements, i.e., foot controls:

Right: Yes X No Left: Yes X No Both: Yes X No

5. At work, organization personnel use hands for repetitive actions such as:

Grasping

Grasping and Turning

Fine Manipulation

Speed Work

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