Hospice LVN

GENERAL PURPOSE: The LVN performs selected nurse care under the direction of the registered nurse and general supervision of the client care manager. QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of a certified licensed practical/vocational nursing program. Licensed to practice as a practical/vocational nurse in the state. Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of clinical experience. Six (6) months to one (1) year of previous hospice experience preferred Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or Company requirements and is in good working order. Must be able to adapt to client status and needs as directed. Scheduled changed daily due to staffing, client condition and needs, new clients, etc. Must be on-call through rotation schedule as necessary. Must hold a current and valid CPR certification. Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations. Complies with acceptable professional standards and practice. Demonstrates good communication and management skills. Demonstrates autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility, and cooperation in performing job responsibilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides skilled nursing care to clients as directed by the registered nurse and physician’s plan of care in accordance with agency policies. Promotes and maintains client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures under the guidance of the registered nurse who is assigned to the same case. Assists clients in learning appropriate self-care techniques. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of client care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with other health professionals. Prepares clinical progress notes and follows client care plans as developed by the registered nurse and according to the agency policy. Assist the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures for which competency has been established. Prepares the equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required. Keep abreast of changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions. Attends client conferences, meet with the quality improvement reviewer weekly and communicate regularly with the registered nurse. Other duties as assigned. Astella Home Health and Hospice provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: Employee assistance program Employee discount Referral program Medical Specialty: Hospice & Palliative Medicine Physical Setting: Outpatient Application Question(s): Can you provide proof of a TB test from the last 12 months or are you willing to undergo TB testing? Experience: Hospice: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: LVN (Required) CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Corpus Christi, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required) Work Location: Multiple locations