Hospice LPN Field Nurse

Job Address: 388 S Main St, Ste 330 Akron, OH 44311

Why Join Our Dignity Care Hospice Team?

We provide high-quality care to help patients maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. Our team includes nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, social workers, home health aides, liaisons and more who are committed to empowering patients to maintain their independence at home.

We serve our local neighbors and our team members are the heartbeat of everything we do. We care for patients like we do our own families, and we care for one another the same way.

What You Will Do as a Hospice LPN Field Nurse

At Dignity Care Hospice, a Hospice LPN Field Nurse career is more than a job or "a calling" it's a chance to leave a legacy of service and love on someone's life. A legacy that will be remembered by your patients and their families forever. A legacy that will make your life better as well.

As a Hospice LPN Field Nurse, you will follow plans of care, provide treatments, and collaborate with members of the team to meet positive patient care outcomes. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Participating in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST) to the RN and/or Clinical Manager
• Assessing and providing patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
• Providing direct patient care
• Implementing plan of care initiated by the RN
• Providing accurate and timely documentation
• Using equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
• Participating in personal and professional growth and development

Benefits You Will Enjoy

In addition to competitive pay, full-time team member benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary group programs)
• 401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule

Full Time

Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Active LPN license in Ohio and West Virginia providing patient care
• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Maintain current CPR certification
• Two (2) years of nursing experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical experience preferred