LVN Hospice Vocational Nurse - 32 Flexible Hrs - Fri - ...

Are you called to provide comfort and skilled clinical care during life’s most sacred transitions? We are seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team. In this role, you will be a cornerstone of support, administering skilled nursing care to clients of all ages in their place of residence. If you are a compassionate professional dedicated to meeting the diverse physical and psychosocial needs of families in their homes, we invite you to apply. For nearly 100 years, the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) has been a trusted pioneer in hospice care, helping our neighbors age with dignity and independence. Our mission-driven work spans 16 counties across North Texas—including Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman, and Tarrant to rural communities in Fannin and Navarro—ensuring no one faces life's transitions alone. As a non-profit, we prioritize people over profits, treating every patient like family and maintaining a gold standard of clinical excellence. Beyond hospice, our community roots run deep through programs like Meals on Wheels. Joining our team means more than a competitive salary and mileage reimbursement. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with employer-paid life and short and long-term disability insurance. To support your future, we offer a 401(k) with a 6% match and a fast, two-year vesting schedule. We also prioritize work-life harmony through generous PTO, eight total paid holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and tuition reimbursement—all within a supportive, mission-driven culture. Job Summary As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, your primary mission is to provide skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). You will coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and referring agencies to ensure quality of care and adherence to the plan of care. Key Responsibilities Patient Care: Provide services in accordance with organizational policies and the scope of practice defined by regulations. Clinical Support: Under the direction of the RN, supplement the nursing care needs of the patient as specified in the Plan of Care (POC). Education: Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques to promote independence. Specialized Duties: Assist the RN or physician in performing specialized duties specifically related to end-of-life care. Collaboration: Communicate appropriately with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) regarding changes to patient conditions and pertinent findings. Documentation: Complete appropriate clinical and progress notes, documenting the specific outcomes of all interventions. Preparation: Prepare necessary equipment and materials for treatments, strictly adhering to aseptic techniques. Qualifications Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing. Licensure: Current State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Experience: Two years' experience as an LVN in a clinical care setting is required ; experience in hospice or home health is preferred. Skills: Nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice and good interpersonal skills. Requirements:Current State Driver's License, reliable transportation, and valid auto liability insurance. Must have current CPR certification. Must pass a criminal background check. Proof of TB testing and Hepatitis acceptance or declination. Working Conditions This position involves traveling locally to visit patients in their homes or facilities. You should be comfortable working in various conditions, including possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and unpleasant weather. The role requires a flexible schedule, PRN emergency calls, and physical effort including prolonged standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. You must be able to make quick decisions under stressful conditions to meet patient needs. The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2026-03-10