Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Addus Healthcare
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Capital City Hospice is proud to be Ohio-made. Every decision we make about hospice care is made with patients and families in mind. Our team is rooted in the communities we serve and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care for our fellow Central Ohio residents.
We believe that the best definition of care is determined by the wishes and needs of patients and their families. We are committed to supporting our patients to remain wherever they call home throughout their entire journey. To accomplish this, we strive to support not only our patients but the team that serves them. Our team carries low patient caseloads and are never on call. We provide a positive work experience for our employees by empowering our staff and giving them rewarding careers with manageable workloads, support, and flexibility. Come join the fastest-growing hospice care in the Midwest.
This is a day shift position from 7a-7p
What We offer:

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• Great culture and team atmosphere
  
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)
  
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
  
• Generous time off accruals
  
• Paid holidays
  
• Mileage reimbursement
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Employee Referral Program
  
• Hospice Certification benefit and salary increase
  
• Merit Increases
  
• Employee Discount Programs
  
  What You'll Do:
  
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  • Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
    
  • Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care
    
  • Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
    
  • Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care
    
  • Participate in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
    
  • Provide appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications
    
    Qualifications:
    
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    • Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
      
    • Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred
      
    • Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the practicing state
      
    • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
      
    • Valid driver's license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements
      
    • Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill
      
      
      Text to apply: Text 2533 to

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