Founded as Boulder Hospice in 1976, TRU Community Care is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Boulder, Denver, and surrounding counties. With a mission to affirm life at every step of the journey with illness and loss, TRU provides a continuum of care through TRU Hospice, TRU PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), TRU Palliative Care, TRU Grief Services, and Landmark Memory Care.
Title
- Licensed
- Practical
- Nurse
- Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Pay: $26.66 to $33.28 per year JOB SUMMARY The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team; provides nursing care to the participant and assists the Registered Nurse with the implementation of the Plan of Care. The LPN provides care for the participant in a manner that promotes an interdisciplinary team approach, respects participant’s goals for care, meets Medicare/Medicaid conditions of participation and accreditation requirements and reflects the mission and philosophy of TRU PACE. Participates in all areas of clinical services. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a current LPN license in the state of Colorado Minimum one year LPN experience – hospice or home health experience preferred Experience working with frail/elderly preferred Experience working with individuals with mental health needs desirable Bilingual in Spanish preferred Must successfully pass agency required background checks and drug screening Must possess a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance (a copy of your “Declarations Page” indicating you have $100k/$300k Bodily Injury/$100K Property Damage coverage) and have reliable transportation Requires travel to multiple work locations Must possess CPR certification or be able to obtain within 60 days of hire Must comply with agency health screening and immunization requirements Must be able to demonstrate computer competency IV certification and phlebotomy skills preferred ESSENTIAL DUTIES Collects data regarding all body systems, signs and symptoms, deviations, acuity, vital signs, and responses in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and primary care physician, Incorporates participant preferences and goals within the plan of care Supports and respects the participant and caregiver’s unique diversity, including spiritual and cultural beliefs. Completes documentation in an accurate and timely manner as per agency standard and in compliance with regulatory standards Provides participant and caregiver education as appropriate; areas of education include, but are not limited to personal care, medications, procedures, safety, diet and nutrition, and health and wellness through the lifespan Contributes to the team, utilizes team resources, supports team decisions, and maintains positive working relationships with all team members Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills; gives and receives feedback in a timely open manner; engages collaboratively in conflict resolution processes as needed Is flexible and responsive in meeting and exceeding the expectations of all customers, both internal and external Participates in mandatory educational activities and required meetings Is competent using agency information and technology systems May assist Physician or Clinic RN in procedures and assist with participant / staff immunizations as needed Will participate in on-call rotations including nights, weekends and/or holidays Will act only within the scope of his / her authority to practice Will include participant care in all settings Performs focused initial and focused reassessments