Hospice - PRN - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Frontpoint Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontpoint Health is seeking a skilled Hospice LVN to join our team for PRN home visits in Plano, McKinney, and Frisco, TX. The LVN provides nursing care under RN or physician direction to patients in their homes, focusing on comfort and quality of life.

The ideal candidate has hospice experience, excellent communication, and a passion for helping others. Requires Texas LVN license, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks and screenings.

Qualifications

• Texas LVN license is required.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice care experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' health status and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to RN or physician.
• Provide wound care and other nursing interventions as needed.
• Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records.
• Communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare providers as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations and agency policies and procedures.

Skills

LPN/LVN Texas license

Hospice care experience

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Critical thinking

Driver's license

Background check & drug screen

Job description

Job Title: Hospice - PRN - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Coverage Areas: Plano, McKinney, & Frisco, TX 75025

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Hospice LVN to join our team. The LVN will be responsible for providing nursing care to patients in their homes, under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. The ideal candidate will have experience in hospice care, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities:

• Assess patients' health status and develop care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician
• Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes to the RN or physician
• Provide wound care and other nursing interventions as needed
• Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records
• Communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare providers as needed
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations and agency policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Current LVN license in the state of Texas
• Minimum of one year of experience in Hospice care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening