Hospice House LPN
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Hospice House LPN
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
What You’ll Do:
The Overnight Hospice LPN performs professional nursing care, functions as a member of the hospice team and provides input into the assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing services. Under the direction and supervision of the Hospice RN Case Manager, the Hospice LPN is accountable for the quality of nursing care he or she provides and assumes responsibility for the provision of nursing care in accordance with the established plan of care for assigned patients.
More Specifically:
Perform nursing visits to patients as assigned by the Hospice RN Case Manager/Hospice Clinical Manager.
Provide hospice nursing care to patients and families utilizing current principles of palliative care and symptom management to produce hospice outcomes as directed by the RN.
Observe, record, and report significant changes in the patient’s healthcare status to the MD and Hospice RN Case Manager.
Participate in the health teaching required by the patient and family.
Respect and support patient and family’s cultural beliefs and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences.
Effectively communicate with patients, caregivers, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team incorporating interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills.
Attend regular IDT meetings.
Practice confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA guidelines.
What You’ll Need:
An active valid Massachusetts LPN license;
Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program accredited by the National League of Nursing (NLNAC);
An active American Health Association BLS certification;
2+ years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in an acute care, rehab or home care setting; 1+ year of hospice experience preferred.
What You’ll Get:
A highly competitive pay rate & benefits package, including generous PTO, 403(b), and tuition reimbursement
A reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources
A highly inclusive, diverse team that values the input of all staff to provide excellent patient care
Pay Range:
$32.00 - $43.07The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) serves as a teaching hospital in Boston affiliated with Harvard Medical School, offering a wide range of medical services across inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and urgent care. Its care model centers on delivering high-quality medical treatment to patients, supported by patient access initiatives like OpenNotes, which lets patients view clinicians’ notes online to improve understanding and engagement in their care. The hospital also supports education and research through its affiliation with Harvard, attracting funding for studies and training programs. BIDMC differentiates itself through its patient-centered approach, active patient engagement tools, and a broad network of urgent care centers and outpatient services that extend access to healthcare. The goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, evidence-based medical care while advancing medical education and research.
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