Hospice LPN/LVN
VITAS Healthcare · The Villages · $28.13–$30.94/hr (stated in the posting)
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a hospice licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN), you will provide compassionate nursing care that helps patients remain comfortable throughout their end-of-life journey.
You will:
- Provide skilled nursing care based on each patient’s individualized plan of care
- Administer medications and treatments and monitor patient response
- Identify and communicate changes in a patient’s condition
- Educate and support patients and families with medications, medical equipment and care needs
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Working alongside your team, you will give your best each day in service of our core commitment: Delivering compassionate, personalized care with heartfelt empathy, honoring the wishes of each patient who entrusts VITAS with their end-of-life journey.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
Depending on your assignment, you may provide care in patients’ homes, assisted living/skilled nursing facilities or other hospice care settings.
Some roles may include travel within an assigned service area, on-call responsibilities or after-hours patient and family support.
REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program
- Current LPN/LVN license in the state where you will practice
- At least one year of nursing experience; hospice, home health, hospital or community health experience preferred
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and required auto insurance for roles providing in-person care
Additional licensure may be required for certain telephonic or after-hours assignments.
BENEFITS
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care FSA/HSA options
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000 per year)
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential, no-cost counseling addressing legal, financial and personal challenges
- Legal insurance
- 24/7 roadside assistance
- Paid time off
WHO WE ARE
We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978.
Our hospice organization:
- Kickstarts careers in caring
- Promotes from within
- Provides an award-winning, nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience
Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients’ lives.
Join VITAS Healthcare as a Hospice LPN/LVN and provide compassionate nursing care that brings comfort and dignity to patients at the end of life. Explore flexible scheduling and a variety of opportunities supporting patients and families through in-person and after-hours hospice care. Salary Range: $28.13-$30.94 /HourMore jobs at VITAS Healthcare · Healthcare & Care jobs in The Villages