On Call Nurse

Bristol Hospice Llc; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

HSA & 401(k)

Mileage Reimbursement

Advanced training programs

Job summary

Bristol Hospice is seeking an On Call Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to be the first contact for patients, families, and field staff. You will provide hospice guidance, manage prescriptions, and coordinate supplies and DME, visiting patients in homes, facilities, or hospitals.

If you are flexible, committed to quality care, and ready to support admissions and discharges within your scope of practice, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Must be an LVN/LPN in good standing with the state.
• Must understand hospice philosophy and care needs of the terminally ill.
• Must be flexible in work hours and capable of after-hours visits.

Responsibilities

• Handle after-hours and weekend visits and admissions as needed.
• Follow up on calls and direct to appropriate RN staff or handle per scope.
• Dispatch field nurses and staff to patient residences promptly.
• Refill prescriptions, order supplies/DME, and coordinate with patients and families.

Skills

Hospice knowledge

Telephone triage

Travel ability

Computer skills

Communication

Education

LVN/LPN license

Job description

Looking to join a stellar Hospice Team that was voted Best Place to Work!Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse ready to make a meaningful impact? Join our team as an On Call Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and be the first point of contact for patients, families, and field staff. In this vital role, you'll provide guidance on hospice services, manage prescription refills, and coordinate supplies and DME. You'll also visit patients in their homes, facilities, or hospitals, ensuring they receive the care they need. If you're ready to perform admissions, support discharges, and provide exceptional care within your scope of practice, we want to hear from you!Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.Our CultureOur culture is cultivated using the following values:Integrity: We are honest and professional.Trust: We count on each other.Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.On an Average Day you Will:(Includes, but not limited to)Will perform after hours and weekend visits and admissions as needed.Follow up on phone calls by either directing the phone call to the DPCS, RN Clinical Supervisor/Manager or RN Case Manager and/or taking care of the need immediately per scope of practiceDispatch field nurses and other appropriate staff to patient’s residence in a timely mannerRe-fill prescriptions, order supplies and DME, and assist in any other coordination needed by the patients and familiesDocument calls, conversations and outcomes of call-in software systemReceive start-of-shift report and give end-of-shift report in accordance with the location workflowAll other duties as assignedRequirements:Must be an LVN/LPN with knowledge of hospice, telephone triage preferredMust have a current licensure in good standing with the stateMust understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally illMust be flexible in work hoursMust show aptitude of computer data entry and the use of current software systems, such as word processing, spreadsheets and projectsMust possess the ability to deal with stressful situations, as well as grieving familiesMust demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklistMust demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programsAbility to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service AreaMust be able to lift heavy items on a frequent basisMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance and must be able to spend a prolonged amount of time standing, walking, bending and stretchingWe Got the Perks:Tuition ReimbursementPTO and Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and moreHSA & 401(k) availableMileage Reimbursement for applicable positionsAdvanced training programsPassionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industryJoin a Team that embraces the reverence of life!EEOC StatementBristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.