Hospice LVN – In-Home Patient Care Specialist

Valor-Hospice; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor-Hospice seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide bedside nursing care under the supervision of an RN in patients’ homes. You will coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team, patients, families, and referring agencies to implement the plan of care and ensure continuity of high-quality care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LVN program and a current LVN license; a valid driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
• Current driver’s license.
• Two year experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting; Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, provide nursing care to patients in their place of residence.
• Coordinate care with Interdisciplinary Team, patient, family, and referring agency.
• Apply infection control and standard precautions to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Ensure continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care and timely documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patient/family, team members, and other health professionals.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Diploma

Job description

Valor-Hospice seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide bedside nursing care under the supervision of an RN in patients’ homes. You will coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team, patients, families, and referring agencies to implement the plan of care and ensure continuity of high-quality care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LVN program and a current LVN license; a valid driver’s license is essential.