Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse - On-Call Runner Per Diem

Job Title/Position: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse/Per Diem On-Call Runner

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services

Supervised By: Registered Nurse

Job Description Summary

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services, participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluating of nursing care provided within the objectives, standards, and polices of ECHO Hospice and within the parameters of her or his licensure. Cooperates with members of the IDT and with patient/caregivers or facility staff to achieve the desired goal for the patient.

Responsible for providing visits to patients as scheduled and in accordance with the approved plan of care. Communicates findings with the Director of Clinical Services and the IDG members

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.

2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.

3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.

4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.

5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.

6. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.

7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.

8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Position Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.

2. One year nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical
experience is preferred.

3. Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse license in the State of Practice or in accordance with the State Board of Nursing rules for Nursing Licensure Compact

4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

8. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

9. Professional communication skills when working with employees, vendors, and all outside company contacts.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

1. Practical/Vocational Nursing theory and practice.

2. Working knowledge of local, state, and federal hospice regulations.

3. Medication side effects.

4. Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic protocols for pain and symptom management.

5. Death and Dying Process.

6. Ability to deal with a variety of personalities and complex situations,

7. HIPAA regulations and other local, state, and federal patient information regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Hazardous Exposure Category: Category High – exposure to blood and/or other infectious materials in liquid form is expected and spattering of the liquid may occur.

2. Involves an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of the blood, body fluids or tissues. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and measures are required for every employee engaged in Category High risks.

3. Lifting Requirements: Levels – sedentary, light, medium, heavy or very heavy. Medium Work: Exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

PAYMENT INFORMATION:

$5.00 per hour as an On-Call Runner + $70.00 per visit made + miles (.625)

Supervisory Responsibility For:

None

DISCLAIMER:

This job description reflects the organization’s assignment of essential functions; nothing in this herein restricts the organization’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.