Hospice LPN - Full Time in Blue Springs, Missouri at Luminos Hospice

About Us:

At Luminos Hospice, our mission is to facilitate the best end of life experience through the happiest employees. As a locally owned and operated, employee-driven, and innovative company, we reflect a genuine commitment to our community. We live here, work here, and love here.

Culture:

Our Core Culture at Luminos Hospice prioritizes supporting, nurturing, and committing to our employees' welfare. We cultivate an environment that mirrors our steadfast dedication to providing exceptional end-of-life care, resonating through our team's growth and support.

Our EPIC Values:

• Empowerment: We equip our people and trust their expertise.
• Positivity: We continually celebrate progress and wins.
• Integrity: Our actions reflect our values, every time.
• Community: Community is at the heart of our work, within our team and beyond.

Position Type: Full-time; Monday – Friday

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet plans available
• Disability plans available
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• HSA and FSA plans
• Mileage reimbursement
• 160 hours of PTO annually plus 9 paid Holidays
  

The Hospice LPN provides compassionate and skilled nursing care to patients receiving hospice services. The LPN responds to patient needs, provides symptom management, and offers support to patients and families during end-of-life care.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care to hospice patients in their homes or hospice facilities.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient needs, including physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition, reporting any changes or concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively with the hospice interdisciplinary team, including physicians, registered nurses, social workers, and chaplains.
• Offer emotional support and comfort to patients and families, fostering a caring and compassionate environment.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and thoroughly in the electronic medical record.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and families regarding symptom management, medication administration, and end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and community resources to ensure continuity of care for hospice patients.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain licensure and enhance clinical skills.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.

Licensure:

Current LPN license in the state of practice.

Current Driver’s License.

Experience:

Minimum of one year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care.

Skills:

Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.

Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

Strong attention to detail and organizational habits.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Transportation:

Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.