LPN Hospice Phone Triage, Part Time, St. Joseph

Spectrum Health   St Joseph, MI   Full-time
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Job Summary
Under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.

Essential Functions
  • Collects and monitors assessment data and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
  • Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician, consistent with policies and procedures, and unit based routines.
  • Informs patients and families about treatments and medications being received, equipment being utilized, and other related activities as appropriate, in coordination with the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
  • Documents care provided via computer/written patient record in a manner consistent with guidelines.
  • Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with caring and respect. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of service.
  • Cleans patient's environment/work area/equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
  • Documents patient chargeable items according to standards.
  • Participates in selected quality monitoring activities under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician. Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Recognizes appropriate and ethical behaviors and identifies resources for resolution as needed. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, staff and organization data.
Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Required Associate's Degree Graduate of an approved nursing program
  • Successful completion of competency based orientation program Required
  • Healthcare experience Preferred
  • LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
  • LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan NRS Home Care, VNA, and Hospice Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Spectrum Health Continuing Care (except Hospice), including Regional Rehab and Nursing Centers, Lakeland Continuing Care (except Hospice) 90 Days required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Spectrum Health Continuing Care (except Hospice), including Regional Rehab and Nursing Centers, Lakeland Continuing Care (except Hospice) 90 Days required
  • CRT-Brain Injury Specialist, Certified (CBIS) - ACBIS Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists Continuing Care Neuro Residential 2 Yrs preferred

Primary Location

SITE - Caring Circle - 4025 Health Park Lane - St Joseph

Department Name

Nursing - Lakeland Hospice Corporate

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

16

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Spectrum Health

St Joseph, MI