HOSPICE OFFICE NURSE - LPN

Liberty Cares With Compassion At Liberty Hospice we understand the unique needs of our patients and families facing terminal illness. That is why Liberty Hospice provides our hospice patients with state-of-the-art care and pain management services, delivered by our specially trained staff with emphasis on strength, dignity and compassion. We are currently seeking an experienced:

HOSPICE OFFICE NURSE - LPN

Full Time Job Summary:

Assist in coordinating the transfer of patients from home health services to Palliative or Hospice, resulting in uninterrupted continued medical care. Assist in coordinating the transfer of patients residing in a SNF or discharging from a hospital setting to Palliative or Hospice services resulting in uninterrupted continued medical care. Provide patient care, to include using a variety of skills and necessary coordination of services. Complete appropriate documentation as required by policy and procedure and regulation. Assist Clinical Manager and/or Hospice Administrator in day-to-day branch office tasks to ensure patient care documentation is complete and submitted timely. Assist Clinical Manager and/or Hospice Administrator in management of patient care supplies. Assists in Medicare part D medications management. Assists the Hospice Registered Nurse with medication reconciliation and Pharmacist medication recommendations.

Job Requirements:

Requires current LPN licensure within state of branch location and two years of clinical nursing experience, preferably one year in Home health/Hospice setting. Successfully completed nursing education from an approved school of nursing. Must be able to independently organize work and provide effective health care services to hospice patients; ensure appropriate patient care as supervised by the Hospice-Registered Nurse; and document care thoroughly, accurately, and completely on a timely basis. Must accept travel and working conditions as assigned. Must possess effective communication skills (oral and written), as well as, CPR certification. Minimum of twelve hours of continuing education in a twelve-month period. Visit www.libertyhomecare.com for more information. Background checks/drug-free workplace. EOE.