Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse

Primary function is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their placeof residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency.
About Charlin Hospice LLC
Charlin Hospice is a team of dedicated professionals devoted to providing hospice care that focuses on quality of life and family support. Our Interdisciplinary Team functions as a family unit to assist each patient and their loved ones during this journey of life. Each member of our team can be reached anytime seven days a week. Hospice Teams are Comprised ofRegistered Nurses and Licensed Vocational NursesCertified Home Health AidesLicensed Social WorkersCertified Spiritual Care CoordinatorsCertified Bereavement CounselorsVolunteersHospice Medical DirectorThe Hospice benefit is 100% covered by Medicare A, Medicaid, and some private insurances. The benefit includes the provision of medications related to the terminal diagnosis, nursing care, counseling services, medical equipment, and medical supplies, dietary consultation along with therapy consultation for comfort to include Physical, Speech, or Occupational.Patients and families have the right to request Hospice services and select their hospice provider. Consultations can be arranged directly by the family.Charlin Hospice does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs services and activities, or in employment.
Description
Under the direction of the RN, assist in identifying the patient's physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, team report, and evaluations.
Participate in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
Assure the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.
Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.
Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency.
Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Salary
$51,000 - $70,000 per year