Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse

American River Hospice Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American River Hospice Services in California seeks a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our compassionate team. You will provide basic nursing care, monitor patient health, and document medical histories while communicating clearly with patients, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to care plans, infection control, and accurate EMR documentation. We value attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to educate patients about health conditions

Qualifications

• Must be an LVN licensed in good standing with the state board
• Minimum of 2-3 years hospice experience
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Responsibilities

• Administer medication, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed by physicians or healthcare providers
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs and medical history
• Develop and maintain patient care plans with input from physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Educate patients and their families about health conditions, medications, and treatment options
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
• Follow proper infection control procedures
• Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records (EMR)

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Tools

EMR software

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Job Summary

We are looking for a qualified and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team at American River Hospice Services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients, monitoring their health, and documenting their medical history. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed by physicians or healthcare providers
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs and medical history
• Develop and maintain patient care plans with input from physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Educate patients and their families about health conditions, medications, and treatment options
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
• Follow proper infection control procedures
• Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records (EMR)

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) in good standing with the state board of nursing
• Minimum of 2-3 years for Hospice Experience
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and highly encourage LVNs of all backgrounds to apply.