Hospice Visit Nurse

Hospice Visit Nurse | LPN | Part-Time | Saturday and Sunday 8a-4:30p.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to residents/patients, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Clinical Director.

Considering both RN's and LPN's

About Us:

Ecumen Hospice North Branch is hiring a Hospice Visit Nurse providing services in Chisago County and East Central Minnesota. The Ecumen Hospice North Branch team focuses on providing life honoring care for patients north of the Twin Cities metro area - including, but not limited to: Isanti, Chisago and Pine counties. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those that find themselves in the later stages of life by providing a level of comfort and quality of life that makes each person feel honored and supported as their life continues to have significance.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

• Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 8a-4:30p.
• Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $30.00 - $32.00 per hour.
  
  
  
  • Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
  
  
  
  
• Benefits: Ecumen offers a benefits package to our part-time team members including Sick & Safe Time, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Provides nursing care to patients within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
2. Responsible for coordination and direction of patient care. Coordinates care and services with other departments/providers from the time of admission to discharge.
3. Assists Registered Nurse with completion of assessments, documentation, and data collection within scope of practice and acting timely on findings.
4. Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered. Observes and monitors patient's condition and reports changes as appropriate. Ensures that all physicians' orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames.
5. Maintains safety of all patients and team members. Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person. Ensures that all staff follows the infection control policy and procedure.
6. Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience providing senior care/healthcare setting