Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential Hospice House, Part-time
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervisor, this role utilizes the nursing process to deliver care to adult to geriatric population as defined in the unit-specific structural standards of the assigned area. Work in a residential hospice facility as an UCH employee dedicated to providing compassionate end of life care in Forest Hill, Maryland.
Qualifications
** Education & Training:** **** Graduate of an accredited LPN school of nursing. Currently licensed as LPN in the State of Maryland. Certification in BCLS required.
Work Orientation & Experience : Previous experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information and medical terminology; c) perform mathematical calculations correctly; d) organize and manage time effectively setting appropriate priorities to make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospice residence, including all shifts; g)effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) ability to assume role of Charge Nurse and demonstrate professional leadership; i)comply with OSHA standards; and J) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team member, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital, hospice providers and nursing administration.
Additional Information
Work in a residential hospice facility as an UCH employee dedicated to providing compassionate end of life care in Forest Hill, Maryland.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $24.89-$34.84
Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift differential available