LVN PRN Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse

Doctor's Choice Hospice; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctor's Choice Hospice seeks a dedicated LVN to provide intermittent hospice nursing care in patients' homes in Beaumont, TX. You will work under physician orders and RN supervision to implement the plan of care and support patients and families.

The role requires a Texas LVN license, CPR certification, and strong communication. On-call and travel within the service area may be required, with adherence to agency policies and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) currently licensed in Texas.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certified (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers hospice nursing care in patients' homes under physician orders and RN supervision.
• Develops and evaluates the plan of care with patient, caregiver, and family.
• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education.
• Communicates with physicians and other health care practitioners about the plan of care.
• Contributes to QAPI program and interdisciplinary assessments.
• Monitors patient status and documents data under RN delegation.
• Follows agency policies and participates in on-call duties as required.

Skills

Nursing experience

Communication skills

Driver's license

CPR certification

Education

LVN license (Texas)

Job description

Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:Committed to Caring, a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) administers hospice skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s). Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education. Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. The skilled professional staff whether direct employee of the Agency or under arrangement are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participated with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The LVN will be monitored and evaluated by the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of service, provision of treatments, patient education, and communication with the RN, and date collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the RN. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.Qualifications / Licensure / Certification / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicingMinimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferredCPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red CrossAbility to exercise initiative and independent judgmentStrong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skillsMust demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality serviceMay be required to be on call at least once per monthValid drivers license, automobile liability insurance and reliable transportation requiredAcceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of AgencyOn-call may be required100% travel requiredRequires a valid drivers license and automobile insurance.