LVN Orange County Per Diem

MD Care Hospice; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospice care provider is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to deliver direct patient care in a collaborative environment. The role involves assessing patient needs, providing essential treatments, and coordinating services among interdisciplinary teams. Candidates must have relevant licensure and a commitment to the philosophy of hospice care.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Continuing education credits

Qualifications

• Current licensing as LPN/LVN in the State.
• Minimum three years nursing experience preferred in hospice or medical/surgical.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Implements nursing practice following the plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of hospice services and patient education.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job description

Job Title/Position: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Location: Orange County , CA

Reports To: Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor

Supervised By: Registered Nurse

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

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.

2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.

3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.

4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.

5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.

6. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.

7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.

8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

9. 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

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.

2. Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.

3. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.

4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

9. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

Work Remotely

Yes Job Types: Per Diem

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Medical specialties:

Hospice & Palliative Medicine Application Question(s):

Do you speak any language besides English ? Experience:

Hospice: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:

LVN License (Required) BLS Certification (Preferred) Work Location: Multiple Locations