Licensed Vocational Nurse

Field LVN OpportunityCommunity Healthcare of Texas has provided hospice and palliative care services since 1996. Our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals living with serious illnesses while supporting their loved ones who care for them.Community Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for a Field LVN.$2,500 Sign-on bonusPOSITION SUMMARYAssist the RN Case Manager in the plan of care for the patient.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAssists RN in case management of total plan of care of patient/support persons by coordinating with team members and communicating with IDG in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulations that define the scope of practice.Complete, maintain, and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition and care given. Record pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.Document nursing care and significant interactions with patients, support persons, and team members.Assess patient/family response to care and participate in follow-up with bereaved families with various types of contact.Manage assigned patients equally, regardless of severity, contagion, or complexity of diagnosis.Participate in on-call rotationPOSITION QUALIFICATIONSLicensed Vocational Nurse licensed by the State of Texas, requiredHold a valid driver's license and have a dependable means of transportation1 year of nursing, hospice, or oncology experience preferred1 year LVN experience in an acute care setting required.Proficient skills using a computer are required; Microsoft Office suite experience preferredBENEFITSCompetitive PayGenerous Paid Time Off ProgramsCompany-provided Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term DisabilityMedical, Dental, VisionFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement Savings PlanMileage reimbursement for work-related travelReasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Monday through Friday / 8:00am to 5:00pm