LVN | Resolutions Hospice
Job in
Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78716, USA
Listing for:
Pennant Group , Inc.
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Palliative Care Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: FT | LVN | Resolutions Hospice
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end-of-life care.Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self‑plan of care.Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization’s quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets.
More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at .
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