Licensed Practical Nurse

Full-Time Position

Location : Homecare

Focus Areas : Direct Patient Care|Care Planning & Collaboration|Patient & Family Support|Communication & Documentation|Compliance & Professional Standards

Position Summary

The LPN provides nursing care to patient and families as prescribed by the physician and under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards. Administers routine services in caring for multiple hospice patients in various settings. Collaborates with, and is part of the clinical team to provide excellence in palliative and end-of-life care.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• In association with other team members, provides high-quality hospice and palliative care for patients and their families.
• Consults and collaborates with other healthcare professionals within the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in the implementation of patient and family plan of care.
• Contributes to ongoing patient assessment within the LPN scope of practice.
• Accurately documents relevant information in a timely manner.
• Provides care ensuring clinical standards and practices comply with Hawaii Care Choices vision, mission, values, and policies and procedures.
• Ensures safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with the LPN standards of practice.
• Participates actively in team meetings and QAPI activities.

Skill & Knowledge Requirements :

Education & Experience Requirements :

Hours :

Upon employment must provide proof of the following :

Pay : $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Benefits :

For more information, apply for this position, or view our current job opportunities go to our website www.hawaiicarechoices.org / careers.

About Hospice of Hilo dba Hawaii Care Choices :

We are a growing hospice provider that provides palliative, hospice and bereavement services. We support to those facing a life-limiting illness, while enabling them to live with dignity, choice and comfort.We provide exceptional care and solution-based choices that align with patient values.We give support with a patient and family focus and are dedicated to the belief that quality of life matters.