Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NIGHTS

Job description

The LPN/LVN administers nursing care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients admitted to the VITAS program, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the State where the VITAS program is located . JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Participates in Nurse LPN/LVN on-call rotation/schedule as assigned in order to meet the needs of patients and families. 2. Is willing to work on flexible schedule, i.e., weekends or rotating shifts. - Provides direct skilled bedside nursing care. - Evaluates patient/family needs and assists in the preparation and execution of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient on the team. - Performs selected acts in the care of the terminally ill under the supervision of a registered nurse; such acts include the administration of treatments and medications. - Evaluates effectiveness of treatments and monitors patient’s reactions. - Reports significant findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the registered nurse, Team Manager or Physician. Documents reports in clinical notes. - Maintains a clean and safe environment for the patient and family. - Maintain accurate documentation including but not limited to clinical notes on interdisci...