Do you believe that every patient deserves to face life’s final transition with dignity, comfort, and a familiar face by their side? We are looking for a f ull-time Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who views nursing as more than just a job, but a calling. Serving as a vital bridge between our patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary team, you will provide the compassionate care that defines the VNA legacy. If you have a heart for service and a desire to support families during their most sacred moments, we would love to meet you.

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

The primary function of the Hospice LVN is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, for clients of all ages in their place of residence. You will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team (IDT), patients, families, and referring agencies to ensure a holistic approach to end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Supplement nursing care needs as specified in the Plan of Care (POC) and assist the RN or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Patient Advocacy: Assist patients and families in learning appropriate self-care techniques and assess their response to care, ensuring all pertinent findings are communicated to the team.
• Documentation: Complete appropriate clinical and progress notes, accurately documenting the outcomes of interventions and patient status changes.
• Treatment Preparation: Prepare equipment and materials for treatments, strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and organizational policies.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with the IDT regarding changes in patient conditions to ensure seamless coordination of care.
• Quality Assurance: Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure the gold standard of clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
• Licensure: Current State of Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Certification: Proof of current CPR certification is required.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience as an LVN in a clinical care setting; hospice or home health experience is preferred.
• Skills: Strong nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice; excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to read and write English.
• Requirements:
  • Valid Texas Driver’s License and proof of valid Texas Automobile Liability Insurance.
  • Proof of TB test and Hepatitis consent/declination.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients.

Working Conditions

This position involves local travel to visit patients in their homes in various conditions. You should be comfortable with a flexible schedule and potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and unpleasant weather. The role requires prolonged standing, walking, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to make quick clinical decisions under stressful conditions.

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.