Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Nurse.com
Location: Lathrop
Posted on: January 16, 2023
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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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work with
required liability insurance and license.
QUALIFICATIONS
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1. - - - - - - Graduate of an approved school of
Practical/Vocational nursing.
2. - - - - - - Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state
where the VITAS program is located.
3. - - - - - - At least one year of satisfactory nursing
experience, at least one year of which is an LPN/LVN in a hospital
on an adult medical surgical unit.
4. - - - - - - Equivalent experience may be considered.
-RESTRICTIVE GUIDELINES IN CARE DELIVERY
1. Does NOT make initial patient nursing care assessments.
- - - - - - - -2. Supervised by a Registered Nurse
- - - - - - - -3. Reports to the applicable Team Manager
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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The physical demands described in this job description are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
-Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. -
- - - -While performing the duties of this position, the employee
is regularly required to: -
- - - - - - - Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as
required.
- - - - - - - Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds
- - - - - - - Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day
- - - - - - - Talk and hear
- - - - -Specific vision abilities required by this job include:
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- - - - - - - Close vision
- - - - - - - Distance vision
- - - - - - - Ability to adjust focus
-The employee will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and
crouch.
VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life
care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal
and professional growth. -As a member of the VITAS team, you'll
find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization
dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will
be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert
in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are
respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and
responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism,
collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth
and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and
position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and
leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find
your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation -- Health, dental, vision, life and
disability insurance- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care
flexible spending accounts- Life insurance- 401(k) plan with
numerous investment options and generous company match- Cancer
and/or critical illness benefit- Tuition Reimbursement- Paid Time
Off- Employee Assistance Program- Legal Insurance- Roadside
Assistance- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work -day or night
shifts, weekdays or weekends.
Choose a Career with VITAS
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