Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Grace Healthcare Services
Freehold, NJ, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring LPN Monmouth County

Purpose : The Hospice LPN is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and is pivotal in identifying the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient and family.

He / she, in working with the RN case manager, initiates the appropriate interventions in support of the patient and family.

The LPN also provides a continuous appropriate, comprehensive and responsive plan of care. Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description :

  • Follow the plan of care of patient / family care and services.
  • Outlines admission plan of care with the IDT and RN Case Manager.
  • Provides nursing care as determined by the plan of care and the RN Case Manager.
  • Educates patient / family and other primary caregivers, in appropriate care techniques.
  • Serves as the patient / family advocate by maintaining regular communication with ALF staff, long term care facility staff, and RN Manager.
  • May participate in providing bereavement support to families and associated bereavement activities as appropriate.
  • Ensure and document appropriate use of medication, durable medical equipment and supplies
  • Participates in team meeting.
  • Provides accurate documentation with visit itineraries to the office. Documentation must be completed according to hospice, state and federal guidelines / standards.

Documentation must be prepared and turned in according to these guidelines.

  • Follows RN care plan appropriately / reports to RN case manager on each patient.
  • Monitors the recertification / reauthorization process and provides input for this process.
  • Responds to on-call issues as clinically appropriate
  • Works under the direction of the RN Case manager.
  • Communication Skills Participates in substantive chart reviews as assigned by the Regional Manager.

Qualifications :

  • Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state
  • A minimum of two years nursing experience in acute-care hospital nursing in either medical, surgical or oncology unit or other commensurate experience.
  • Communication Skills
  • 5 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
HOMECARE ANGELS AGENCY LLC
Freehold Township, New Jersey

Currently licensed practical Nurse (LPN) in New Jersey employment. ...

Promoted
Clover Meadows
Hightstown, New Jersey

LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse for Clover Meadows in Lawrenceville. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Job responsibilities for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) include and are not limited to:. New Nurse graduates and LPNs with experience are welcome!. ...

Promoted
Carnegie Post Acute Skilled Nursing at Princeton
Old Bridge, New Jersey

Nurse Supervisor (RN or LPN) for Carnegie Post Acute Skilled Nursing at Princeton in Princeton. Must be an RN or LPN graduate from an accredited school of nursing. ...

Promoted
Samba Care
Marlboro, New Jersey

Licensed Practical Nurses(LPN). ...

Promoted
Carnegie Post Acute Skilled Nursing at Princeton
Jamesburg, New Jersey

Nurse Supervisor (RN or LPN) for Carnegie Post Acute Skilled Nursing at Princeton in Princeton. Must be an RN or LPN graduate from an accredited school of nursing. ...

Brandywine Living at Reflections at Colts Neck
Colts Neck, New Jersey

Full time position 7am-11p Sunday 7am-3p Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Have you cared for others most of your life and decided to make a career out of your natural talent? Do you gain great satisfaction from your ability to calm others and triage a situation or ailment? If this sounds like you - then y...

BAYADA Home Health Care
Matawan, New Jersey

How we prepare our LPNs for success. We offer a multitude of paid training to our nurses to feel comfortable and competent on their first shift. As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. ...

Christian Health Care Center
NJ, US

A full-time Medical Director coordinates a team, which includes on-site physicians, clinical nurse specialists, geriatric nurse practitioners, certified nursing assistants, dietitians, physiatrists, psychiatrists, social workers, chaplains, and physical, occupational, and speech therapists. Christia...

DirectEmployers
Eatontown, New Jersey

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Licensed Practical Nurse delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing or pending licensed practical nurse licensur...

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center
Hazlet, New Jersey

Are you driven by the desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of others while advancing your clinical expertise? Join us at Anchor Care Rehabilitation and Care, where we are seeking compassionate and enthusiastic Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for all shifts to become part of our dedicate...