Licensed Vocational Nurse (Hospice)

Parentis Hospice And Health Care Inc; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Parentis Hospice And Health Care Inc in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LVN will assist with the plan of care, collaborate with the care team, and reinforce end-of-life teaching to patients and families, ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.

This role requires CA LVN licensure, graduation from an accredited program, and excellent communication; rotation may include on-call

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
• Must be licensed in California as LVN by the California Board of Vocational Nurses and Psychiatric Technician Examiners.
• One or more years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Hospice experience preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing is a requirement of the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.
• Assist with specialized procedures (as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act) as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation and continuing evaluation of the patient plan of care.
• Actively participate with the IDG in collaborating to ensure the patient’s plan of care is kept current and any identified issues are addressed.
• Help reinforce teaching to the patient/family members regarding end of life care.
• Foster cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.
• Assume responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes as appropriate.
• Keep the Case Manager informed of changes noted during visits.
• Performs on-call duties (including holidays) per policy and agency need.
• Assume responsibility for self-development by continually striving to improve his/her Nursing practice through formal education, attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in professional and related organizational meetings, and/or individual research and reading.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Anaheim, CAPosition Type: Per DiemEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $42.00 - $48.00 HourlyJob Category: Health CareThis role provides skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

• Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures (as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act) as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation and continuing evaluation of the patient plan of care.
• Actively participate with the IDG in collaborating to ensure the patient’s plan of care is kept current and any identified issues are addressed.
• Help reinforce teaching to the patient/family members regarding end of life care.
• Foster cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.
• Assume responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes as appropriate.
• Keep the Case Manager informed of changes noted during visits.
• Performs on-call duties (including holidays) per policy and agency need.
• Assume responsibility for self-development by continually striving to improve his/her Nursing practice through formal education, attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in professional and related organizational meetings, and/or individual research and reading.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
• Must be licensed in the State as a Licensed Vocational Nurse by the California Board of Vocational Nurses and Psychiatric Technician Examiners.
• One or more years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Hospice experience preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing is a requirement of the role.