Our Company

The Home Option is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

We’re looking for a Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse to join our team.

You will report to the Executive Director or Administrator but work under the direction of the Registered Nurse to provide direct skilled bedside nursing care. You will actively participate in the coordination of all aspects of the patient’s hospice care.

• You’ll provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family with a reasonable case load
• You’ll evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient
• You’ll report findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician and document all reports

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Salary Range - $30/HR to $40/HR

About You

• Compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their families
• Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing with a current nursing license to practice in the state of requested employment
• 1 years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or oncology preferred

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace