Charlin Hospice LLC
Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse
Plano, TX
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Full time
Primary function is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their placeof residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family and referring agency.
Description
Under the direction of the RN, assist in identifying the patient’s physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, team report, and evaluations.
Participate in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
Assure the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.
Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.
Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency.
Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Salary
$51,000 - $70,000 per year