Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice Crisis Care FT Night

Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice Crisis Care FT Night

19 Aug 2024
Florida, Altamontesprings 00000 Altamontesprings USA

Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice Crisis Care FT Night

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DescriptionAfter Hours Nurse/LPN - AdventHealth Hospice CareLocation Address: 480 W. Central Parkway, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth Hospice Care

AdventHealth Hospice Care is the only not-for-profit, faith-based, Hospice provider in the Greater Orlando Area

We are part of the largest healthcare system in the area, AdventHealth

For almost 30 years, we have provided compassionate care to patients and families during their time of need

We are a growing organization looking for special talent to come and grow with us

Besides offering world-class entertainment at the theme parks, the Central Florida area boasts many other entertainment options, such as state parks, nearby beaches, restaurants, performing arts, and professional sports

Work Hours/Shift: Full Time NightYou Will Be Responsible For:Provides after hours nursing services to all patients and families of Hospice of the Comforter.

Works outside normal business hours and during early morning hours on call to respond to patient emergencies.

Responds to orders from Triage Nurse to travel to patient residence location to assess patient condition based on emergency or urgent needs.

Assesses patient condition and need for immediate care due to fall or other traumatic event. Communicates condition to Triage and/or Case Management staff, and receives and follows instructions.

Performs nursing procedures as instructed or indicated, such as insert catheters, feeding tubes, and if credentialed, administer intravenous medications.

Educates the patient’s family and other caregivers on hospice care and what services will be provided to the patient.

QualificationsWhat You Will Need:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made when requested, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A. Education : Graduation from accredited nursing program, equivalent to one year of practical training with certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Administrator.B. Experience : Minimum of 3 years experience as an LPN required. Hospice or home health, acute care nursing experience is preferred.C. Certificates and Licenses Required : A clear/active Florida License Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required; Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Certification are preferredJob Summary:The After Hours LPN provides after hours nursing services to Hospice of the Comforter patients through scheduled and unscheduled visits. The After Hours LPN works together with Triage Nurses and other after-hours staff in order to respond to patients’ emergencies, assess patients’ condition and report on findings in a timely manner as deemed necessary.This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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