Licensed Practical Nurse

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ABOUT BLUE RIDGE CARE SERVICES
 

With the mission of “Delivering extraordinary care to improve life’s journey,” Blue Ridge Care is dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate, and comprehensive physical, emotional, and spiritual care for aging and seriously ill members of our community, their families, and those affected by grief. Our hospice team is committed to ensuring dignity, comfort, and support for patients and their loved ones during life’s most meaningful moments.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) – Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN) is accountable for delivering direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Key responsibilities encompass adhering to the established plan of care, administering treatments, and collaborating with team members to achieve favorable patient care outcomes.
 

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) – Essential Duties & Responsibilities
 

Patient Assessment and Care Planning

Provides direct patient care as directed in the plan of care. 

Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.

Clinical Care and Nursing Interventions

Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the process.

Provides appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Evaluates medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician’s plan of care and/or orders.

Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optimal comfort care as directed by the RN or provider.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.

Utilizes equipment and supplies efficiently.

Patient and Family Education and Support

Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment plan.

Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.

Documentation and Communication

Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding the patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate in the EMR at bedside.

Communicates with the RN or provider regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Teamwork

Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group.

Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) – Qualifications/Experience

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.

Two year’s experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying. 

Currently licensed as an LPN in Virginia.

Possesses and maintains current BLS CPR certification.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills. 

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) - Benefits 

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Thrift Shop Discount

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