We value each member of TEAM JOL and know that without YOU, there is no TEAM JOL and that we are unable to provide services. We strive to recruit and retain the very best professionals in the industry and continue to both develop and support work-life integration because we know that cared-for people provide better care.

• Are you an LVN wanting to work with a team that values you as a person, as well as your contribution to the team?
• Do you expect excellent training and continuing education and mentoring?
• Do you want to be part of an organization with the expertise of a larger corporation and the energy of a startup?

Essential Functions of the Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN):

• Under the direction of the RN, supplements the nursing care needs of the patient as provided by the RN and as specified in the POC.
• Assist the RN in carrying out the plan of care.
• Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
• Complete appropriate clinical and progress notes, documenting outcomes of interventions
• Provide services by organizational policies and procedures and regulations that define the scope of practice.
• Assist the RN and/or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatment adhering to aseptic technique as required.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Mileage reimbursement or company car if applicable
• Advancement opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Up to 30 Paid Days Off for full-time employees.
• Benefits including health, dental, vision, and supplemental plans for full-time employees.
• 401k for ALL employees

Job Summary of the Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN):

The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family, and referring agency.

Job Classification: Clinical

Lines of Authority: Reports to Director of Nursing

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing
• Licensure: Current State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, and current State Driver’s License
• Experience: One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care setting, hospice or home health preferred
• Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of Hepatitis acceptance or declination.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in patients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule: the ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.

Physical and Mental Effort:

Prolonged standing and walking are required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bastrop, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road