Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Home Health and Hospice

UVM Health - Home Health & Hospice; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $5,000

Flexible schedule: full-time, part‑/di

Competitive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Career ladder

Paid time off

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

UVM Health - Home Health & Hospice in Vermont seeks Licensed Nursing Assistants to provide compassionate in‑home and respite care. You will support daily living activities, observe clients, and work with a multidisciplinary team to promote physical and emotional well‑being.

Highlights include a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full‑time, flexible schedules (full-time, part-time, per diem), comprehensive benefits, and pathways for licensure advancement.

Qualifications

• Vermont Nursing Assistant license required or imminent licensure.
• Experience in homecare or facility care desired.
• Ability to converse clearly with elderly, ill or incapacitated clients.
• Strong observation and reporting skills; respond calmly in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to clients in their homes or at the Respite House.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support client well‑being.
• Assist with activities of daily living and basic nursing tasks as directed.
• Support licensure advancement through LPN/RN pathways when applicable.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Team player

Clear communication

Education

Vermont Nursing Assistant license

Job description

Grow Your Career with Us and Make a Difference in People’s Lives: Join Our LNA Team!

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with growth potential? We're seeking compassionate Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) to join our growing team at The University of Vermont Health Network – Home Health and Hospice!

Why Choose Us?

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXrFef3BQbQ
• Sign-on Bonus: Get rewarded! $5,000 for full-time positions, prorated for part-time. Additional terms and conditions apply.
• Flexible Schedule: We offer a variety of shifts and full-time, part-time, and per diem options to fit your needs and create work life balance.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. Plus, employee discounts and perks!
• Growth Opportunities: Explore diverse career paths with positions in Adult Home Health, McClure Miller Respite House, Community Hospice, or a floating role for a well-rounded experience.
• Career Ladder: Opportunity to be supported with your ongoing advancement of your licensure through our LPN and RN pathways.
• Make a Real Impact: Provide compassionate care to clients in their homes or at the Respite House, focusing on their physical and emotional well-being during a critical time.
• Supportive Environment: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and access the resources you need to succeed.
• Our Values: We believe in providing non-judgmental care that respects each client’s individuality and honors their choices. We foster trusting relationships built on empathy and understanding.
  
  

Is this you?

• You have a passion for caregiving and want to make a positive difference.
• You are a compassionate and reliable individual.
• You are a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Vermont Nursing Assistant license.
• Previous homecare or facility care desired.
• Ability to converse clearly and comfortably with clients who are elderly, ill and/or incapacitated, and to explain/teach basic skills.
• Keen observation skills and the ability to report effectively.
• Deal calmly and efficiently with emergency situations if necessary.
  
  

Current Openings

In the Community:

• Adult Home Health - Day Shift, Full Time 37.5 Hours: 7:30a-3:30p
  
  

McClure Miller Respite House

• Day Shift, Full Time 40 Hours: 7a-3:30p
• Day Shift, Part Time 24 Hours: 7a-3:30p Sat, Sun, & Mon
• Evening Shift, 32 Hours: 3p-11:30p Wed – Sat
• Evening Shift, Part Time 24 Hours: 3p-11:30p Mon, Fri, Sun
• Per Diem, Variable 8 Hours: Must Schedule 2 Shifts a Month and 2 Holidays a year
  
  

Hear From Our Team

Why be a LNA at Home Health and Hospice? – Meet some of the dedicated LNAs at Home Health and Hospice and hear from them why it’s more than a job, it’s a calling with a deep sense of purpose, connection, and the ability to work to the top of your licensure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXrFef3BQbQ

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Ready to join our team?

Apply today! We look forward to discussing your desired hours and career goals.