Hospice LVN Caregiver - Home Health

Valor Hospice; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospice is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse for patients in their homes in Dallas, TX. You will coordinate care with the Interdisciplinary Team, patients and families, and referring agencies according to the plan of care.

You will perform nursing duties, monitor patient status, apply infection control practices, and communicate effectively with the care team to ensure high-quality hospice care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
• State LVN license; multi-state license via the NLC accepted.
• Current driver’s license.
• Two years LVN experience in a clinical setting; hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under RN direction, identify patient needs as evidenced by records and team reports.
• Participate in planning and implementing care with the RN per the POC.
• Apply infection control and standard precautions during patient care.
• Ensure continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals.
• Monitor cases to ensure third party payor requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Promote Hospice philosophy and policies to ensure quality of care.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Vocational/Practical Nursing program

Job description

Valor Hospice is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse for patients in their homes in Dallas, TX. You will coordinate care with the Interdisciplinary Team, patients and families, and referring agencies according to the plan of care.

You will perform nursing duties, monitor patient status, apply infection control practices, and communicate effectively with the care team to ensure high-quality hospice care.