Home Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Beneficial Hospice; La Palma (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

On-call hours

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Beneficial Hospice is seeking a Home Hospice LVN to join our interdisciplinary team. You will deliver skilled nursing in patients' homes, coordinating with the RN to create individualized care plans and supporting families through end-of-life care.

The role requires CA LVN licensure, strong clinical skills, and the ability to travel within the service area. Flexible full-time schedule and on-call hours are available for experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Current California LVN license in good standing.
• Minimum of one year of experience in home health or hospice care preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and assessment abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled nursing assessments and interventions, such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, managing pain, and providing wound care.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate and support patients and families about hospice care and the dying process.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families, addressing their anxieties and fears.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, including physicians, social workers, and chaplains.
• Travel to patients’ homes within a designated geographical area.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Independent

Reliability

Education

California LVN license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Home Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others during their most vulnerable time? Are you drawn to compassionate care and providing comfort at the end of life? If so, a career as a Home Hospice LVN could be the perfect fit for you.

About the Role

As a Home Hospice LVN, you will play a vital role in our interdisciplinary team, providing skilled nursing care and emotional support to patients facing terminal illness in the comfort of their own homes. You will work closely with the patient’s family and other healthcare professionals to ensure physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being throughout the end-of-life journey.

Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled nursing assessments and interventions, such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, managing pain, and providing wound care.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate and support patients and families about hospice care and the dying process.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families, addressing their anxieties and fears.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, including physicians, social workers, and chaplains.
• Travel to patients’ homes within a designated geographical area.

Qualifications:

• Current California LVN license in good standing.
• A minimum of one year of experience in home health or hospice care is preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and assessment abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature with a commitment to providing holistic care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of others.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling options.
• We offer on-call availability for additional hours.
• We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization.

We understand that hospice care can be an emotionally challenging field. We provide our staff with comprehensive training and support to help them cope with the emotional demands of the job.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.