LVN - Home Healthcare

California Care Services; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Whittier, California, is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, documenting treatments, and coordinating with a healthcare team. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited nursing program, possess nursing experience, and be licensed in California. The role offers flexible compensation based on visits and tasks, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Three years of nursing experience with one year in Community/home health.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Participates in coordination of home health services.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines to the registered nurse and/or Clinical supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Job description

Job Description Summary

The compensation for this position is per visit and/or hourly depending on task (e.g., orientation is paid hourly but patient care is paid per visit).

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

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• 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

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three years nursing experience and, effective January 1, 1998, shall have one year prior professional nursing experience in Community/home health or medical/surgical experience.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

Job Title/Position: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.