Full Time LVN

Aligned Hospice; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunities for advancement

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid orientation

Safety PPE provided

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Aligned Hospice is seeking a dedicated Per Diem LVN in California to provide direct patient care to the geriatric population under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes flexibility, a supportive team, and opportunities for advancement along with comprehensive health benefits and paid orientation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• CPR certification current.
• Licensed as LPN/LVN in the State.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of RN according to plan of care.
• Perform treatments and coordinate with hospice team to meet patient outcomes.
• Document patient services accurately to reflect plan of care.
• Educate patient and family per diagnosis and self-care plan.
• Participate in coordination of hospice services and report needs to interdisciplinary team.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and ensure safety.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and professional growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organization skills

CPR certification

Education

Accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Job description

Aligned Hospice is searching for a dedicated, compassionate Full Time LVN to join our team. If you are passionate about providing care to the geriatric community and want to work in a flexible and supportive environment, please apply today!

JOB TITLE:

Per Diem LVN

JOB TYPE:

Per Diem

PAY:

$33.00 to $43.00 per hour

BENEFITS:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid orientation
• Safety PPE provided
• Mileage reimbursement

STANDARD SHIFT:

Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

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

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
6. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
9. 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

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
2. One year nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
9. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands the needs of the terminally ill.

"Aligned 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.”