Pay: $23.19 - $29.46 an hour \*NEW COMPETITIVE WAGES
Schedule: 12-hour Shifts; 36 hrs./wk. (8p-8a variable NIGHTS and every other weekend)
This position would float between FAIRHOPE's home care program and the inpatient unit dependent upon needs.
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Home of The Pickering House is seeking an LPN to work with patients, families and other professionals to promote the philosophy of palliative care and the hospice concept. Our LPNs have a pivotal role in the hospice goals and daily care of our patients. FAIRHOPE looks to its LPNs to apply appropriate nursing care to foster the best possible experience for our hospice patients, their loved ones and care givers.
Benefits FAIRHOPE offers:
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- Generous shift differential
- Free onsite parking
- Family-like atmosphere
Responsibilities:
- Ensure quality and safe delivery of Hospice services to patients.
- Assist the patient with activities of daily living
- Implement current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved plan of care initiated by the registered nurse/case manager. Coordination of Hospice services, appropriately reporting the need for Hospice Interdisciplinary Team members, i.e. hospice aide, social worker, chaplain, etc.
- Assist patient/caregiver/family in working with other health care personnel in providing continuity of care.
- Provide appropriate pain and symptom management; evaluate patient’s response to treatments and/or medications.
- Document electronically any direct services provided and ongoing communication with patients, families and community providers.
- Remain HIPAA compliant at all times.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing with a current LPN license from the Ohio Board of Nursing.
- Current BLS certification.
- Three years of recent nursing experience. End-of-life care and/or healthcare setting preferred.
- Ability to analyze and implement proper action is essential. Demonstrate great communication and social interaction skills, as well as a compassionate individual.
- Computer skills required.
- Physical Setting: Various healthcare settings. Some driving is required.
- Work Location: Service area coverage throughout Fairfield, Hocking, Perry and surrounding counties. Main office location is located in Lancaster, Ohio.
FAIRHOPE Core Values
FAIRHOPE Hospice is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization. We are dedicated to our patients, employees and community.
We ask you to commit to living the core values of the organization:
BE A TEAM PLAYER:
- A team is “we”. Our philosophy is we over me. We celebrate everyone’s success.
- Be respectful of everyone’s ideas and opinions.
- Have a “how can I help?” attitude vs a “it’s not my job” attitude.
- Be forward thinking and goal oriented.
- Talk the talk, walk the walk.
HAVE ACCOUNTABILITY/FOLLOW-THROUGH:
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, but be willing to learn from them.
- Take ownership to be responsive and produce timely, quality work.
- Be reliable. Do what you say you’re going to do. Stick to your word.
LEAD BY EXAMPLE:
- Recognize the importance of your role by being committed, passionate, and present.
- Take initiative. Go above and beyond and be a self-starter.
- Have a passion for the work we do and the people we serve.
Become a part of a well-known, well-respected community healthcare organization:
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Home of The Pickering House
If you desire to use your nursing expertise at a recognized community-based hospice with a caring staff, send us your resume or apply in person:
FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc.
Home of The Pickering House
282 Sells Road, Lancaster, OH 43130
Resumes may be sent electronically to:
Human Resources – HR@fairhopehospice.org
FAX to: 740.475.0627
Mission Statement: FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. promotes compassionate end-of-life care through a professional team approach. We strive to relieve suffering by providing comfort, support and resources to meet the palliative and grief needs of the community.
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $23.19 - $29.46 per hour