Hospice LPN/LVN

Licensed Practical NurseAs a hospice licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN), you will provide compassionate nursing care that helps patients remain comfortable throughout their end-of-life journey.You will:Provide skilled nursing care based on each patient's individualized plan of careAdminister medications and treatments and monitor patient responseIdentify and communicate changes in a patient's conditionEducate and support patients and families with medications, medical equipment and care needsMaintain accurate and timely documentationWorking alongside your team, you will give your best each day in service of our core commitment: Delivering compassionate, personalized care with heartfelt empathy, honoring the wishes of each patient who entrusts VITAS with their end-of-life journey.Depending on your assignment, you may provide care in patients' homes, assisted living/skilled nursing facilities or other hospice care settings.Some roles may include travel within an assigned service area, on-call responsibilities or after-hours patient and family support.Requirements:Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing programCurrent LPN/LVN license in the state where you will practiceAt least one year of nursing experience; hospice, home health, hospital or community health experience preferredReliable transportation, valid driver's license and required auto insurance for roles providing in-person careAdditional licensure may be required for certain telephonic or after-hours assignments.Benefits:Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurancePre-tax healthcare and dependent care FSA/HSA options401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company matchCancer and/or critical illness benefitTuition reimbursement (up to $4,000 per year)Employee Assistance Program for confidential, no-cost counseling addressing legal, financial and personal challengesLegal insurance24/7 roadside assistancePaid time offWho We Are:We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978.Our hospice organization:Kickstarts careers in caringPromotes from withinProvides an award-winning, nationally recognized best-in-class employee experienceSupported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives.1701 G St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, US