LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Summary: Our Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are responsible for providing care for our clients and patients in their home or community setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN is responsible for assisting in the planning for the patient's and family care under the direction of the RN the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care established by physician, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. The Licensed Practical Nurse supports the philosophy, goals and culture of Constellation Health Services. Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program.
- Licensed New York State Licensed LPN with a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience.
- Community health home care/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- Clinical auditing background preferred.
- Experience conducting chart reviews preferred.
- Wound care experience preferred.
- Understands philosophy/regulations of home health care also, understands needs of patients.
- Some rotating weekend days required and one summer and one winter holiday.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides nursing care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
- Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
- Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- Recognize and interpret symptoms and institute remedial measures within the scope and limits of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Observes records and reports to immediate supervisor if any changes in patient's condition.
- Participates in coordination of hospice and other home care services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include RN, hospice aide, MSW, OT, PT, ST, Registered Dietician, Spiritual Counselor or Clinical Supervisor.
- Participates in Hospice IDT meetings
- Implements care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying and effective grieving for the patient and family.
- Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
- Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
- Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also, participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement team activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse or clinical supervisor.
- Some weekend days are required, and summer and winter holiday commitments as needed
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), mileage reimbursement, health insurance and PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits)
- Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy.
- The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Why Constellation?
- Family-Centered Culture: At Constellation, we treat our team members like family. We understand that exceptional patient care starts with a happy and supported workforce.
- Recognition as a Great Place to Work: We've been certified as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years, from 2018 to 2023. We're also honored to be among the Top 25 Places to Work for in Healthcare in the US.
- Constellation Health Services is a 5 Star CMS Rated Home Care Agency!!
Constellation Health Services is dedicated to delivering the best possible healthcare services to people at all points of life. We believe this is accomplished by ensuring that everyone we connect with feels valued, trusted, and heard. Our staff are vital to our success and have devoted ourselves to providing the best possible patient care through a vibrant, diverse, and talented core of clinicians.