Hospice LVN

Takara Hospice; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Takara Hospice in Escondido, CA is seeking a compassionate LVN to join our end-of-life care team. You will work hands-on with patients, families, and community caregivers in a patient-focused setting.

This salaried, weekend-only role requires California LVN licensure, CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift and transfer patients. In-person work across San Diego County areas. We value self-direction, strong observation, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Valid LVN license in California.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle.
• Hospice/home health experience preferred (1+ year).
• Able to lift/transfer patients and stand for extended periods.

Skills

CPR certification

Self-directed

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Join Team Takara in delivering hands-on, compassionate, end of life care while supporting patients, families, and community caregivers. Looking for a LVN.

Availability Requirements

• Weekends Only

Position Qualifications

• Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice.
• Maintains a current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Skilled Nurses in the area of hospice and home health with 1 year or more of experience is preferred.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications, nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
• Prolonged or considerable walking or standing.
• Able to lift, position, and/or transfer patients.
• Able to lift supplies and equipment.
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching.
• Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.

Hours: Weekends onlySalaried position

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Healthcare setting

• Assisted living facility
• Skilled nursing facility
• Private residences

Medical specialties

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Work Location

• In person. San Diego County, Temecula, and Murrieta Areas