LPN/LVN
Heart to Heart Hospice•Houston, TX
About The Position
Heart to Heart Hospice provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse supports the registered nurse in carrying out the patient’s plan of care, supplements nursing care under the RN’s direction, and helps patients learn appropriate self-care. The role includes documenting care and outcomes, assessing patient and family responses, communicating with the care team, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Requirements
- Current state Vocational Nurse or Practical Nurse license.
- Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
- Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Provide ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting; hospice or home health experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the RN in carrying out the plan of care.
- Under the direction of the RN, supplement the nursing care needs of the patient as provided by the RN and specified in the POC.
- Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
- Complete appropriate clinical and progress notes, documenting outcomes of interventions.
- Assess patient and family response to care and communicate information to appropriate team members.
- Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Ensure overall compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company car for qualifying individuals
- Mileage reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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