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LPN-Full Time
Location:
Hudson, NC
Description:
Description: Exemption Status: Non-Exempt FT, PT, PRN: Full-time Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Evaluate physical needs of the patient Coordinate medication administration, education and assure accuracy Evaluate the need for other services Communicate patient/family information to the interdisciplinary team Implements care plans developed by the registered nurse and contributes suggestions toward the plan of care with goals defined by the patient/family and the hospice Provide nursing services according to the plan of care Make referral to other services as needed in coordination with the medical social worker Teach the primary caregiver, sitter, and home health aide by role model, repetition, and reinforcement Provide ongoing assessment of continuing needs for patient/family teaching Provide the patient/family with information concerning the disease process, the regimen of treatment process, and alternative methods of care. Respond to questions honestly and realistically Help the patient/family make informed choices Promote independence and responsibility throughout the course of the disease Provide emotional support Actively listen to patient and family concerns Support individual coping mechanisms Provide services at the time of death Assist with bereavement follow-up, attending receiving's or funeral services, as appropriate Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions on a regular basis and whenever changes occur in the patient/family situation Communicate with physician as needed and as required by regulations. Maintain current knowledge and competency in providing care to terminally ill patients and their families Adhere to the plan of care for new patients in coordination with IDT. Notify staff of patient death in accordance with policy Respond promptly to all emergency situations Maintain constant vigilance over patients, ensuring necessary safety precautions are taken Follow all infection control procedures. Maintain flexibility to work in home care or alternate patient care unit as directed by supervisor. Perform patient care duties within scope of practice and under the supervision of a registered nurse. Other duties as assigned Requirements: Physical Demands: Visual acuity to read written documentation and computer tasks Speech and hearing skills necessary for telephone interaction and face to face contact Ability to sit extended periods of time and perform administrative tasks Ability to stand, bend and lift an average of 30 pounds Manual dexterity with the ability to manipulate office equipment and keyboard for extended periods of time Ability to walk, squat, kneel, climb and balance Special requirements: Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver's license PI2035cdc0b61a-29448-33925437PDN-9c01bca2-81c6-4b74-993b-d27d632e8d0f
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