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SalaryLICENSED PRACTICAL-VOCATIONAL NURSE - HOME HEALTH AND/OR HOSPICE
A local, reputable Home Healthcare organization is seeking a Full-time or Part-time License Practical-Vocational Nurse to join their team! Due to growth and plans for continued expansion. We are seeking an experienced, career-focused Home Health and/or Hospice Care LVN.
We are passionate about enriching lives and creating opportunities for our employees and clients. It is an industry leader in the exciting and rapidly growing Home Health and community health field!
If you are looking to join a stable, progressive organization that truly offers their employees flexibility and autonomy, as well as a strong support system and opportunities for growth, please consider applying!
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 the state Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- Assists the registered nurse or physician in performing specialized procedures and duties, which include preparing equipment and materials for treatments, observing aseptic technique as required, and assisting the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
- Participates in coordination of Home Health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Has three (3) years nursing experience, and effective January 1, 1998 shall have one (1) year prior professional nursing experience in a community/Home Health or medical/surgical setting.
- Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Possesses and maintains CPR certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Job Types: Per diem, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Travel reimbursement
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
- On call
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Application Question(s):
- Please list current/previous Home Health and hospice companies.
- What EMR system(s) are you familiar with?
- Do you speak other languages(please list)?
- Are you fully vaccinated against or willing to be for COVID-19?
- What is your CA LVN license #?
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Home health: 1 year (Preferred)
- Hospice care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LVN (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
