Posted 1mo ago

Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse

@ Eden Health
Federal Way or Tukwila
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Provides care, Reviews caseload, Coordinates care
Requirements Summary:Graduate of an accredited nursing program; current LPN/LVN licensure; valid driver's license with reliable transportation; CPR; background check; bereavement counseling experience preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Electronic Health Record (EHR)
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Job Description

A Licensed Practical Nurse to provide in-home services to our patients.


  • Provides skilled nursing care ordered by the physician as indicated by the plan of care to all patients on caseload.
  • Review caseload with supervising RN on a regular basis as established by best practice and/or State guidelines.
  • Obtains necessary physician orders and collaborates with the physician as the patient's needs dictate.
  • Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
  • Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for hospice interdisciplinary group members (e.g. hospice aide, RN, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian, Chaplain or Hospice Manager)
  • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
  • Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
  • Actively participates in Quality management program.
  • Completes accurate and thorough visit notes via Electronic Health Record (EHR) on every patient in a timely fashion.