LPN - Community Hospice - Columbia/Greene Cty

Trinity Health

Columbia, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Documentation, Driver's License, Home Care, Hospice Care, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Mentoring, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Quality of Care, Reimbursement, Social Work, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Columbia, New York
POSTED
4 days ago

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

LPN - Columbia & Greene Counties - Full-Time(no weekends, no on-call, no mandatory overtime!)

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-4p

The Community Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Hospice Home Care team. In this rewarding role, you will provide compassionate end-of-life care and support to patients and families in the comfort of their homes.

Why Join The Community Hospice?

  • Meaningful Work - Make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during their hospice journey. Build meaningful relationships while providing individualized, patient-centered care.
  • Comprehensive Training & Support -Thorough orientation program. Specialized training in end-of-life and hospice care. Dedicated preceptors and ongoing mentorship.
  • Supportive team environment - focused on professional growth and success.
  • Prioritizing Your Safety: Ensuring your safety is our top priority. From comprehensive training to providing necessary protective equipment, we're committed to creating a secure environment for you as you deliver exceptional care in our clients' homes.
  • National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement
  • Meetings and charting conducted via supplied lap top
  • Full benefits through St Peters Health partners

Position Responsibilities:

  • Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in the home setting.
  • Monitor patient status and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary team.
  • Support patients and families through education, symptom management, and compassionate care.
  • Assist with implementation of the hospice plan of care.
  • Collaborate with nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, and other hospice team members to ensure quality care.

Qualifications Required:

  • Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
  • 1 Year LPN experience
  • 1 or 2 years of homecare and/or Hospice experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

No hospice experience? No problem. We welcome nurses who are passionate about caring for others and are committed to learning.

Explore the Role Before You Apply

We are happy to arrange a ride-along opportunity with one of our experienced preceptors so you can learn more about hospice nursing firsthand.

Pay Range: $24.00-$31.10 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the Company

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Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2023, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $1.5 billion in its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://jobs.trinity-health.org/search-results