Job Details: IPU Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse 7a.m. - 7p.m. to 7p.m. to 7a.m.

Description: Caring for people at the end-of-life and their families is special work for very special people. Regardless of job title, each person who chooses to work at VistaCare must have a passion for caring, and a willingness to dedicate themselves to our mission.
And VistaCare, in turn, has a passion to care for you. We are dedicated to making sure you have the proper tools and environment to be your best. We are committed to being an 'employer of choice' and the kind of organization that is so employee-focused, so supportive, so friendly, and so responsive that no employee would ever choose to work anywhere else.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse


Provide skilled professional nursing care to patient/family/caregiver as directed by the supervising Case Manager or the Patient Care Manager and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and with VistaCare's policies and procedures. Provide timely documentation of patient services based on plan of care. Identify other physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs for assigned patients. Work closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure all patient and family care needs are being met.

Requirements:
VistaCare's Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:


Minimum age requirement of 18

LPN or LVN licensed in the state where program is located

Graduate of accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Minimum of one-year general nursing experience preferred. Community health/Hospice or medical/surgical experience preferred

Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices

Understanding of Hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill

Good physical stamina and mental health. Has presented a pre-employment physician's health certification including a negative TB skin test and/or CXR and other tests as required by VistaCare policy and/or state law

Physical exam in accordance with state law requirements.

Valid driver's license with maintenance of good driving record and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with state and/or VistaCare requirements

Satisfactory references from employers and/or professional peers

Ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting.

Satisfactory criminal background check

Self-directed with ability to work with little supervision

Demonstrate excellent observation, good nursing judgment and communication skills. Ability to provide good written documentation in a timely manner

Flexible and cooperative in fulfilling all obligations


EOE

shawright@odsyhealth.com

Posting Date: Oct 2 08