Job Duties Include: 

Part-Time to Home Care RN Casual will manage each patient’s care and be responsible for the overall plan of care and the outcome of that care, including care delivered by other nursing staff (LPNs) who will be directed / supervised by the RN. Overall responsibilities include planning, providing and coordinating quality end of life care.

Required Skills: 

Able to work independently, and complete documentation accurately and in a timely fashion. Valid driver’s license. Must be willing to travel throughout Jefferson County if required.

Job Type: 

Part-Time

Pay: 

$37.00 - $39.00 per hour

Hospice of Jefferson County is seeking a per diem Home Care/Residence LPN. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team focused on palliative care and symptom management in the patient's home. A valid NY State LPN License and Driver's License is required. Competitive pay based on work history and mileage reimbursement.

In the Hospice Residence, shift differential will apply for evening and night shifts. Rotating weekends with a safe patient ratio of 6 to 1.

Residence Job Duties below:

1. Provides nursing care according to the established plan of care and under the direction and supervision of the RN.
2. Provides emotional support to patient and family.
3. Maintains confidentiality, inclusive of HIPAA regulations, of all pertinent patient care information.
4. Prepares light meals and/or snacks for patients as needed.
5. Performs light housekeeping in patient's immediate environment.
6. Adheres to New York State mandated reporting requirements.
7. Participates in Quality Assurance Improvement projects.
8. Works non-judgmentally with patients and families of many cultures, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, and varied lifestyles.
9. Adheres to agency policies and accepted nursing practices and regulations.

Paid time off, matching 401k and Health, Dental and Vision benefits are available to part time employees.