Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Description:
Hospice Home Care LPN
Location: Waterbury Region
Status: Full Time Home Care
Trinity Health Of New England At Home serves patients and their loved ones by providing a variety of in-home services including but not limited to nursing, social work and physical/occupational/speech therapies.
We are committed to providing compassionate, exceptional care where people are most comfortable: at home!
A Catholic, Mission-driven, non-profit organization, we are affiliated with Johnson Memorial Hospital of the Trinity Health Of New England health system and are part of Trinity Health At Home, a National Health Ministry of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic healthcare systems in the United States.
Position Purpose:
Our hospice LPNs use cutting edge technology and clinical knowledge to provide exceptional, compassionate care to patients with life-limiting or terminal illnesses in their homes. Hospice nurses are responsible for patient symptom control and overall supervision of patient care and outcomes while reporting findings to the RN case manager. They provide support and comfort, focusing on helping patients manage their pain. Our nurses follow physician orders and act in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements and our policies and procedures.
Position Details:
Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8 am - 5 pm, occasional backup shift every 2 - 3 months
Region: Waterbury Region
NOTE: This position is 100% home care providing services in patients' private homes.
What you will do:
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Plan and prioritize visits based on client needs and physician orders.
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Maintain patient care plans with measurable goals in collaboration with RN case manager, physician, and client.
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Provide therapy using approved techniques, exercises, and modalities.
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Coordinate care and referrals with other disciplines as needed.
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Educate clients and caregivers on therapy programs and home exercises.
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Monitor progress and report changes promptly to the RN case manager and physician.
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Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and agency policies.
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Complete documentation at point of care in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Graduate of an approved nursing education program
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Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Connecticut
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One (1) year experience as a professional acute care nurse
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Hospice home care experience preferred but not required
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Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain professional relationships with clients and families
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Position Highlights and Benefits:
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Comprehensive benefit packages available including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance.
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Paid Time Off (PTO) package plus 7 additional paid holidays
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403B Retirement plan with generous matching contributions
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Tuition reimbursement up to $5250 a year and mileage reimbursement.
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Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
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Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities
Ministry/Facility Information
Trinity Health Of New England At Home provides Mission-driven, people-centered care in communities we serve. We are recognized for our alternative services programs to support patients with complex disease management needs.
With new strategy, vision and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!
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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.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
