Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Hospice Nurse / LPN

Description Currently seeking an experienced and professional Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN with experience working in a Hospice, for part time or per diem shifts within elite medical facilities in the south suburbs of Chicago, IL.

Must have 1 year of recent Hospice experience.

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the licensed practical nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. Consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.

Responsibilities include:

Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

Performs focused interview to identify specific patients needs.

Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient's condition.

Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.

Qualifications include:

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License.

Full command, verbal and written, of the English language.

Current Health Certificate (per facility).

Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.

One year prior professional nursing experience Preferred.

Current BLS card.

Successful completion of the screening tests

Maxim employees are our greatest asset. We offer the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401k Program

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Direct Deposit

Free Continuing Education (CE) Program

Positive Work Environment and Friendly Staff Bonuses

Travel Benefits (as applicable)

24 hour on- call service

Since 1988, Maxim Healthcare Services has become one of the largest employers of clinicians in the nation. At Maxim Staffing Solutions, a division of Maxim Healthcare Services, we're known for our quality of patient care, commitment to employee development and emphasis on customer service. Maxim knows that you deserve great benefits, flexible scheduling and rewarding assignments, so our Healthcare Recruiters will match your skills, experience and schedule in order to find you the best assignments in top medical facilities. Maxim Recruiters are always available to provide you with the assistance you need to get your job done, so call us today; Maxim has a solution for you.

EOE/AAE

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