LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

DEPENDABLE HEALTH SERVICES • Nogales, AZ, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 4m ago

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Retention Bonus!

Full Time
$2000.00 Retention Bonus
Nogales, AZ
Competitive Pay
Weekly Pay
Friendly Upper Management
Mileage Reimbursement if traveling from Tucson

At Dependable Health of Tucson, our success begins and ends with our employees. When you join our team, you will be working for a company that is known for its high-quality patient care and whose objective is to provide superior service and care to our patients and an outstanding work environment for our employees.

The LPN is responsible for identifying patient/family needs and providing supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders and the interdisciplinary group plan of care. The LPN reports to the Clinical Coordinator and Program Director for the provision of evaluation and care in order to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families consistent with Dependable Hospice Care policies and procedures.

We are currently seeking a self-motivated, dynamic, and caring individual to join us as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Nogales, Arizona area.

Qualifications:

Current licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State of Arizona
Some after hours and weekend coverage is a must
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills
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
Possesses and maintains current BLS certification
Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress, and tolerance of individual lifestyles
Currently possess or able to obtain an Arizona class 1 fingerprint clearance card
Home Health experience a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Strongly Preferred

Responsibilities:

Identifying patient/family needs and providing supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders and the interdisciplinary group plan of care
With the assigned Nurse Case Manager, assume responsibility that includes the assessing phases of the nursing process
Initiate communication with attending physicians, other staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family
Maintain regular communication with the Nurse Case Manager, Program Director, and Medical Director
Obtain data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and report to the assigned Registered Nurse Case Manager

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