Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: VITAS
Location: Naples
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION - The Nurse, LPN/LVN,
administers nursing care according to the plan of care to
terminally ill patients admitted to the VITAS program, in
accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the State where the VITAS
program is located. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE NURSE, LPN/LVN - 1.
- - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, provides direct skilled bedside nursing
care. 2. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, evaluates patient/family needs
and assists in the preparation and execution of the
interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient on the team. 3. - -
- - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, performs selected acts in the care of the
terminally ill under the supervision of a registered nurse; such
acts include the administration of treatments and medications. 4. -
- - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, evaluates effectiveness of treatments and
monitors patients reactions. 5. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, reports
significant findings or changes in the patients condition to the
registered nurse, Team Manager or Physician. Documents reports in
clinical notes. 6. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, maintains a clean and
safe environment for the patient and family. 7. - - - - - Nurse,
LPN/LVN, maintains accurate documentation including but not limited
to clinical notes on interdisciplinary charts. 8. - - - - - Nurse,
LPN/LVN, evaluates patient/family response to care. 9. - - - - -
Nurse, LPN/LVN, utilizes a wide variety of supportive and technical
nursing skills in carrying out specific medical orders for
administration of medication, performing specific treatments,
monitoring diagnostic, therapeutic, and supportive measures. 10. -
Nurse, LPN/LVN, assists the interdisciplinary team in the designing
and delivering of interdisciplinary plan of care. 11. - Nurse,
LPN/LVN, establishes therapeutic relationship with
patients/families and invites their participation in the plan of
care to ensure, as much as possible, their being able to function
as independently as possible. 12. - Nurse, LPN/LVN, initiates and
performs nursing protocols based on patients needs relating to
physical comfort and mental well-being which include, but are not
limited to, positioning, mobilizing, bowel and bladder elimination,
skin and wound care, personal hygiene and communication. 13. -
Nurse, LPN/LVN, participates in patient/family teaching during
daily care relative to understanding the illness and its treatment;
maintaining of activities of daily living; self-care and
self-medication, prevention and recognition of complications and
preparation for discharge and follow-up. 14. - Nurse, LPN/LVN,
plans and carries out a program of professional growth including,
but not limited to, participating in regularly scheduled in-service
programs and appropriate community educational offerings. 15. -
Nurse, LPN/LVN, cooperates with education and research activities
as assigned. 16. - Nurse, LPN/LVN, participates in on-call
rotation/schedule as assigned in order to meet the needs of
patients and families. 17. - Nurse, LPN/LVN, is willing to work on
flexible schedule, i.e., weekends or rotating shifts. JOB
REQUIREMENTS - The Nurse, LPN/LVN, must have and maintain
transportation to be used for work with required liability
insurance and license. QUALIFICATIONS 1. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN,
is a graduate of an approved school of Practical/Vocational
nursing. 2. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, is currently licensed to
practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located.
3. - - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, has at least one year, preferable two
years, of satisfactory nursing experience, at least one year of
which is an LPN/LVN in a hospital on an adult medical surgical
unit. 4. - - - - - Equivalent experience may be considered.
RESTRICTIVE GUIDELINES IN CARE DELIVERY 1. - - - - - Nurse,
LPN/LVN, does NOT make initial patient nursing care assessments. 2.
- - - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, is supervised by a Registered Nurse 3. -
- - - - Nurse, LPN/LVN, reports to the applicable Team Manager
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands for the
Nurse, LPN/LVN 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. While
performing the duties of the Nurse, LPN/LVN, the employee is
regularly required to: 1. - - - - - Assist in lifting and
transferring patients, as required. 2. - - - - - Lift objects in
excess of 20 pounds 3. - - - - - Stand or walk in excess of one
hour per day 4. - - - - - Talk and hear Specific vision abilities
required by the Nurse, LPN/LVN include: 1. - - - - - Close vision
2. - - - - - Distance vision 3. - - - - - Ability to adjust focus
The Nurse, LPN/LVN will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and
crouch. About Us VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading
provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise
to support your personal and professional growth. -As a member of
the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a
people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the
lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will
be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team
member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice
mission. All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and
responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism,
collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth
and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and
position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and
leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find
your purpose at VITAS today. Benefits Include: - Competitive
compensation -- Health, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
accounts- Life insurance- 401(k) plan with numerous investment
options and generous company match- Cancer and/or critical illness
benefit- Tuition Reimbursement- Paid Time Off- Employee Assistance
Program- Legal Insurance- Roadside Assistance- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work -day or night
shifts, weekdays or weekends. Choose a Career with VITAS
Keywords: VITAS, Cape Coral , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Naples, Florida
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