Licensed P/V Nurse Continuous Care

We’re looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse Continuous Care to join our team. This position will report directly to the Executive Director/Administrator or Director of Clinical Services, but work under the direction of the Registered Nurse to provide continuous care visits to patients and families in a facility/unit or home setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse Continuous Care will actively monitor patients and report changes in their condition.

• Achieve palliation and management of acute medical symptoms during brief periods of crisis
• Under the direction of an RN, provide patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family with a reasonable case load
• Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient
• Provide direct patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their healthcare needs
• Report findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician and document all reports

• Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an LPN/LVN, either in long-term care, hospice, or home health.
• Three to five years’ experience preferred
• Compassionate, kind and empathetic to our patients and their families
• Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients, families and caregivers
• Certified in CPR

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.