Licensed Vocational Nurse - Hospice - PRN

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Hospice - PRN

Lubbock, Texas, United States

Join VitalCaring Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Are you looking for a career where compassion meets purpose? At VitalCaring, we're more than a home health and hospice providerwe're a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both our patients and our team members.

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with over 100 locations across the country. We are committed to fostering a culture of support, growth, and excellence for our team that is the backbone of how we ensure we deliver exceptional patient care.

Why Choose VitalCaring?

Work That Fits Your Life Discover the ideal balance of purpose and flexibility. As a full-time salaried clinician, you'll enjoy the stability of a consistent role with the freedom to manage personal commitments throughout your day. Our field team thrives in an environment that empowers them to make a real impactwhile still having the time and space to prioritize what matters most at home. With a generous 6 weeks of paid time off each year, you'll have the opportunity to recharge, reconnect, and return ready to do your best work.

Make a Meaningful Impact Help patients and families navigate their healthcare journey with compassion and dignity. Thrive in a Supportive Team Work with a team who genuinely care and invest in your success. Grow Your Career Take advantage of advanced training, mentorship, and career development opportunities. Competitive Pay & Benefits Be rewarded for your dedication and expertise with a compensation package that truly reflects your value. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support your well-beingoffering the flexibility, security, and resources you need to thrive both at work and in life. We celebrate success at every level, with meaningful recognition for both individual contributions and team achievements.

Health & Wellness Medical, Dental & Vision Pharmacy Benefits Virtual & Mental Health Support Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Account (HSA) Supplemental Health & Life Insurance

Financial & Legal 401(k) with Company Match Employee Referral Program Prepaid Legal Plans Identity Theft Protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks Paid Time Off Pet Insurance Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement

Join VitalCaring Group and experience a company that invests in you every step of the way!

Job Summary

At VitalCaring, our team members transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. As a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, you will provide direct, compassionate nursing care to hospice patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You play a critical role in managing comfort, supporting families, and ensuring every encounter reflects our valuestrustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called. This role is essential to delivering dignified, high-quality end-of-life care.

Essential Functions

Patient Care

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the established plan of care.
• Assess and educate patients and their families/caregivers on diagnosis, care needs, and symptom management.
• Use and prepare equipment and supplies safely and effectively, consistently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Deliver appropriate pain and symptom management; monitor patient response to treatments and medications.

Communication & Coordination

• Document all care accurately and timely in alignment with the plan of care.
• Participate in care coordination and promptly report needs requiring involvement from other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the RN and/or Clinical Care Manager.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing personal and professional development.
• Contribute to quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing or vocational nursing program.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience preferred; home health, community-based, or medical-surgical experience ideal.
• Current state LPN/LVN licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated adherence to professional nursing standards and practices.
• Licensed driver with a reliable, insured automobile meeting organizational requirements.