Per Diem Weekend LVN Hospice

Per Diem Weekend LVN Hospice

Are you a highly skilled and motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in hospice care? Are you passionate about providing compassionate and high-quality care to patients and their families? If so, we have an immediate opportunity for you to join our dynamic and progressive team.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State's Name Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health/hospice or medical surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed vocational nurse in Texas.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

If you are a motivated and compassionate LVN with a passion for hospice care, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Apply now!

Work Schedule

• Weekend availability

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount