Hospice LVN - Triage

The Elizabeth Hospice Inc.; Região Geográfica Intermediária de Santa Cruz do Sul - Lajeado; Presencial; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Hospice LVN to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing professional nursing care to patients in their homes or facilities, ensuring high-quality service and adherence to established standards. The successful candidate will participate in a collaborative clinical team, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work culture, this position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about hospice care.

Serviços

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Monthly Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Business Casual Attire

Qualificações

• Minimum 12 months experience as an LVN, preferably in hospice or home health.
• Ability to document patient care accurately and timely.

Responsabilidades

• Assists RN in patient care and documentation.
• Performs nursing skills as per policies and procedures.
• Provides support for patient visits and audits.

Conhecimentos

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Phlebotomy

Bilingual (Spanish)

Formação académica

Vocational Nurses Training

California LVN License

CPR/BLS Certification

Ferramentas

Electronic Charting

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Hospice LVN - Triage

Job Location

US-CA-Escondido | US-CA-San Diego

ID

2024-2827

Work Hours

Regular Full-Time

Overview

***This position requires on-site patient visits.***

***This position is not remote.***

Provides professional nursing care under supervision of RN for assigned patients across the life span (perinatal, pediatrics, and adults) in patients' homes or facilities according to established standards and practice. Participates as a team member of the clinical interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate resources to all internal/external customers. Follows The Elizabeth Hospice rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards addressed in the Compliance Program. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, values and quality commitment of The Elizabeth Hospice.

The Elizabeth Hospice is San Diego's oldest non-profit hospice of 40 years. We are growing and looking for talented individuals to join our high performing team and support our mission. We serve all of San Diego county and south Riverside county with multiple hospice office locations.

Our Mission: To enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life's journey and for those who grieve.

Salary: $30 - $38 per hour. Compensation is determined by years of licensure.

Work Schedule: various days, PM shift 4:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Travel required for patient visits.

Occasional travel for educational purposes.

Weekend commitment: Every-other-weekend.

On-call commitment: two times per month.

LVNs will receive additional shift differential pay when at least 2 hours of a shift are worked between 7:00pm-7:00am.

Responsibilities

Assists RN in analyzing situation, anticipating problem areas and taking appropriate course of action.
• Evaluates the response of patient, relative to the expected outcomes in a safe and timely manner.
• Performs licensed nurse skills as stated in basic skills checklist, policies and procedures, standards of care, critical competencies based on scope of practice.
• Adheres to the direction provided by the RN on the plan of care for the patient.
• Responsible for delivering services under the supervision of the and in collaboration with the RN.
• Under the supervision of the RN, implements and documents teaching plan based on: mutually assessed needs of patient and family, in a timely manner, teaching strategy suitable for the learning ability and cultural background of the patient and family.
• Documents completely all care provided to patient including telephone interaction with other staff members. Charting standards are followed. Maintains timely patient documentation using "point of care" electronic charting.
• Enters or retrieves data from established computer files.
• Orients, instructs and trains assigned personnel.
• Performs Phlebotomy as needed.
• Provides support to agency in completion of assigned audit and other office duties as assigned.
• Adhering to the E-way standards is a requirement in performing all job duties.

Qualifications

• Vocational Nurses Training.
• Minimum experience of 12 months as an LVN with preferred experience of 1-2 years in acute care setting, home health or hospice.
• Current California LVN license.
• Familiar with computerized bedside patient documentation.
• Ability to function as part of a team and take direction from other team members.
• Phlebotomy certification a plus
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus
• Current California driver's license and proof of insurance required.
• Excellent communication skills with patient/families and other medical professionals.
• Ability to remain calm and flexible in stressful situations
• Current CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Current TB test results required.

We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways such as:

• Competitive hospice industry compensation
• Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution
• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
• Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance
• Substantial Paid Time Off, paid holidays & birthday benefit
• Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs.
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Monthly mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Business casual attire for office staff

"The Elizabeth Hospice is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law."