LPN - TRU - PACE - In Home Services

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 

TRU's Benefits (Eligibility Varies by Position/Status):

• Paid Vacation time
• 401(k) with match
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• FSA & HSA available
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Referral & signing bonuses (if applicable)

To learn more about TRU Community Care, please visit  www.trucare.org.

TRU Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer