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VITAS Healthcare

Hospice and palliative care provider

Hospice LPN/LVN

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeEncino, Los Angeles, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program.
  • Hold a current LPN/LVN license in the state where you will practice.
  • Have at least one year of nursing experience.
  • Have reliable transportation, a 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hospice, home health, hospital, or community health experience is preferred.

About the Company

VITAS Healthcare

Hospice and palliative care provider

VITAS Healthcare provides end-of-life care through hospice and palliative services in 15 states. Its offerings focus on relieving symptoms and stress for patients with terminal illnesses, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other specialists. The product works through comprehensive, patient-centered services including pain management, emotional and spiritual support, and coordination of care with families, Medicare/Medicaid and private insurance reimbursements funding the services. The company differentiates itself by specializing in compassionate, tailored end-of-life care across multiple states with a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and excellence, rather than broad, generic medical services. Its goal is to provide high-quality, dignified comfort to patients and support for families, while maintaining financial stability and adapting to changes in the healthcare environment.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Miami, FL
Founded
1978

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