LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse (Philadelphia, PA- North Philadelphia)

The role

A Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse will provide care and support to terminally ill patients in the North Philadelphia area. You will assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care and performing specialized procedures.

What you will do

• Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient plan of care.
• Actively participate with the IDG in collaborating to ensure the patient's plan of care is kept current.
• Help reinforce teaching to the patient/family members regarding end of life care.
• Foster cooperative effort among personnel by participating in team and staff conferences.

Required qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
• Licensed in VA as a Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse by Virginia State Board of Nursing
• One or more years of nursing experience
• Licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
• Proven experience as a hospice LPN
• Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
• Sound judgement and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Compassionate and patient with an emotional stability

Nice to have

• Hospice experience preferred
• Bilingual a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with up to 3% company match
• Referral Program
• Payactiv: pay-on-demand
• Mileage Reimbursement

Before you apply

• Candidates must disclose any current or future need for employment-based immigration sponsorship before an offer of employment is extended.

About the company

Ennoble Care is a mobile primary care, palliative care, and hospice service provider. Clinicians go to the home of the patient to provide a continuum of care for those with chronic conditions and limited mobility.