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PruittHealth
Hospice Palliative Care Bridge Nurse LPN
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$60,755 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE BRIDGE NURSE HOSPICE SERVICES
Join the PruittHealth Hospice family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our patients and nurses. If you're looking to be a part of a uniquely specialized team of caregivers providing hospice care in the patient's home or care facility, then now is the time to join one of the leading providers of post-acute care. PruittHealth Hospice will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for caregivers who are committed to serving our patients with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your nursing career through top-of-market pay, flexible schedules, comprehensive health plans, and more. Investing in Our Employee-Partners with Benefits Top-of-market pay Annual merit increases Paid time off Employee Referral Bonus Program Preceptorship Program and hands-on training Competitive mileage reimbursement rates Comprehensive health plans 401(k) and profit-sharing plansKEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for taking and processing Palliative Care referrals.
- Provide support to the Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director.
- Will schedule visits to support goals of care as ordered by MD.
- Coordinate and communicate patient care goals between all providers.
- Make calls to present the palliative program, obtain legal consents, and assess interdisciplinary needs.
- Ensure communication of assessment and reassessment findings to attending physician.
- Complete all documentation accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policy and procedure.
- Inform palliative team of all new admissions and discharges.
- Coordinate referrals utilizing the referral process.
- Serve as a liaison for medical directors and nurse practitioners, enhancing effectiveness and compliance.
- Run billing report and address validation holds/ billing errors
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state of practice
- A minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience
- Palliative care, hospice, or home health care experience is preferred
- CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) is preferred Family Makes Us Stronger.