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Certification Details - BLS
- State Licensure
Job Details - The LPN/LVN administers nursing care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients of all ages in their place of residence.
- Coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary team, patient, family and referring agency, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and state law.
- Provides direct skilled bedside nursing care as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Evaluates patient/family needs and assists in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- Practices infection control measures and standard precautions.
- Participates in providing bereavement support to families, including closure contacts and associated bereavement activities as assigned by the team.
Job Requirements - Minimum two years LPN/LVN experience, either in oncology, long-term care, or hospice or home health.
- Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper.
- Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work.
Schedule Information - May participate in call activities by completing scheduled routine visits or on-call visits after triage by the Registered Nurse.
Unit Specific Information - All LPN/LVN nursing activities are to be assigned from an existing care plan and under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Additional Details - This is a safety-sensitive position.
- Participates in the recertification process to assure patient eligibility by gathering data.
- Reports findings or changes in the patient's condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician.
Date Posted: 18 April 2025
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