After Hours On Call Per Diem LVN Unicare Hospice Inc - 3.5 Yuma, AZ Job Details Part-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Terminal illness counseling Driver's License End-of-life care Full Job Description We are seeking a per diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide after-hours on-call coverage. This per diem position is ideal for an LPN looking for a flexible, on-call role focused on responding to after-hours patient needs.

About Uni Care:

Uni Care provides quality home care services including Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice and At Home care. Our service area includes southern California as well as Yuma, Arizona. Why Work for

Us:

Uni Care has a positive workplace environment, diversity, and strong collaboration with team members to help our clients/patients. Uni Care also offers opportunities for professional growth and an exceptional benefit package for our full-time employees.

Job Description Summary:

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

Responding to afterhours patient calls and concerns. Completing afterhours nursing visits as needed. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act. Implements 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. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Manager. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse. The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Requirements:

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 State. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill. We look forward to your application! About Unicare Hospice Inc Unicare Hospice helps patients manage their serious illness care near end of life. As a CHAP accredited, CMS Medicare Certified, and ADHS licensed agency, we provide compassionate end-of-life care that focuses on physical, social, and spiritual needs as well as grief support. We are privileged to provide care for patients living in Yuma County (Arizona). Unicare Hospice is a partner of the We Honor Veterans program and offers an exceptional benefit package for our full-time employees!