After-Hours On-Call LVN – Home Health & Hospice

Healthways Home Health Services Inc; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Healthways Home Health Services Inc is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for after-hours on-call coverage in Orange County. The role includes telephone triage, occasional in-person visits, and a guaranteed stipend for on-call shifts.

Candidates must hold a current California LVN license and possess strong clinical assessment skills. This position offers flexibility with optional weekend coverage and involves documenting patient interactions in electronic medical records.

Qualifications

• Able to provide after-hours patient or caregiver support.
• Proficient in documenting in electronic medical records.
• Reliable transportation required for patient visits.

Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours patient calls.
• Provide telephone triage and nursing guidance.
• Determine necessity for in-person visits.
• Document patient interactions in EMR.
• Communicate patient concerns to RN on-call.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Independent work ability

Education

Current California LVN license in good standing

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and clinically sound Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide after‑hours on‑call coverage for our Home Health and Hospice patients in Orange County. This role involves telephone triage and occasional in‑person visits when urgent patient care needs arise. Call volume is typically low (0–2 calls per shift). An RN is available for consultation via phone or text should clinical guidance be needed. This position includes a guaranteed on‑call stipend, even if no calls or visits occur.

Schedule

Weekday On‑Call Coverage – Monday to Thursday, 6:00 PM to 8:00 AM, $360 weekly on‑call stipend. (Friday night coverage is not included in weekday on‑call.)

Optional Weekend Coverage – Friday 6:00 PM to Monday 8:00 AM, $400 weekend on‑call stipend.

Compensation

• On‑Call Stipend: $360 per weekday on‑call week; $400 per weekend shift (optional)
• Hourly pay for time spent handling patient phone calls
• Hourly pay for any in‑person visits performed
• Mileage reimbursement at current IRS mileage rate

Equipment Provided

• Company phone provided for all on‑call communications

Responsibilities

• Respond to after‑hours patient or caregiver calls
• Provide telephone triage and nursing guidance
• Determine when in‑person visits are necessary
• Perform PRN home visits when urgent issues arise
• Document patient interactions and visits in Kinnser (WellSky) EMR
• Communicate patient concerns to the RN on‑call as appropriate
• Maintain patient safety and clinical standards during after‑hours coverage

Qualifications

• Current California LVN license in good standing
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to work independently during after‑hours coverage
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Comfortable documenting in electronic medical records

Additional Information

• Service area: Orange County only. Must be able to visit patients if the need arises while on call.
• RN support available for consultation
• Low call volume environment
• Flexible schedule with optional weekend coverage