In-Home - LVN

Family Tree Private Care; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Tree Private Care in San Antonio seeks an In-Home Care Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver compassionate care to patients in their homes. This role requires flexibility in scheduling and a commitment to improving patients’ quality of life.

The ideal candidate holds relevant licenses and has a minimum of one year of experience in home care. Responsibilities include managing care plans, assessing patient conditions, and providing wound care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in home-care or related industry.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned patient’s homes and manage their care plan.
• Assess and chart observations of the patient’s condition.
• Educate caregivers and family on aftercare.
• Dress or redress wounds and assess healing progress.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent observational skills

Ability to act swiftly in emergencies

Knowledge of clinical skills

Education

Relevant license and certification

Job description

Family Tree Private Care is a leading and trusted provider of concierge‑level advisory services to older adults, those living with disabilities, and their families. We are a Texas‑based, award‑winning healthcare services company that serves the communities we care about and promotes future leaders from within our organization.

We are looking for an In‑Home Care Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to work full‑time, part‑time or PRN. This role offers flexible schedule options, a warm and supportive environment, and an opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned patient’s homes and manage their care plan according to the physician’s instructions.
• Assess and chart observations of the patient’s condition at each visit.
• Complete evaluation tasks, including reviewing medication and vital signs.
• Dress or redress wounds and assess the healing progress.
• Educate caregivers and family on aftercare or ongoing care of the patient.
• Keep the patient comfortable through palliative care.
• Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for the patient.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills that allow building personal rapport and establishing trust with patients.
• Initiative to make independent decisions when required while accepting direction and requests from patients.
• Ability to follow instructions but also act independently if necessary.
• Excellent observational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to act swiftly in emergencies and work efficiently.
• Flexibility and patience to work in a variety of living environments.
• Knowledge of clinical skills including changing bandages, giving tube feedings, administering shots, and setting up and monitoring IVs.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Relevant license and certification.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong candidates have a minimum of one year of experience working in the home‑care industry (or related industry – hospice, home health, hospital, etc.).