LVN Dallas Location

VALOR HOSPICE • Dallas, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Primary function is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team, patient, family, and referring agency.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
• State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Current driver’s license.
• Two year experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation clinical record, team report, and evaluations.
• Participates in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.
• Provides effective communication to the patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, and communication notes and evaluations.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree