Oncall LVN Runner Per Diem

Infinite Care Hospice Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Hospice is seeking an On-Call LVN Runner to join our team in San Bernardino, CA. You will provide compassionate bedside nursing support in home and facility settings, perform skilled assessments, manage symptoms, and administer treatments under supervision of an RN.

The role requires an active CA LVN license, flexibility for on-call shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays, and strong communication with the hospice team to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN license required.
• Hospice, palliative, or home health experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible on-call shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Reliable transportation and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Respond to on-call patient needs, providing timely bedside nursing support in home and facility settings
• Perform skilled nursing assessments, symptom management, and comfort-focused interventions
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the care plan and supervising RN
• Communicate patient status updates clearly to the on-call RN and interdisciplinary hospice team
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during end-of-life care
• Accurately document clinical observations and interventions in the patient medical record
• Coordinate with hospice staff to ensure seamless continuity of care during after-hours visits

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in California

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

About the Role:

Newport Hospice is looking for a compassionate and dedicated On-Call LVN Runner to join our team in San Bernardino, CA. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families during their most critical moments, providing essential clinical support in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to on-call patient needs, providing timely bedside nursing support in home and facility settings
• Perform skilled nursing assessments, symptom management, and comfort-focused interventions
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the care plan and supervising RN
• Communicate patient status updates clearly to the on-call RN and interdisciplinary hospice team
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during end-of-life care
• Accurately document clinical observations and interventions in the patient medical record
• Coordinate with hospice staff to ensure seamless continuity of care during after-hours visits

Requirements:

• Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of California
• Previous hospice, palliative care, or home health nursing experience preferred
• Ability to work flexible on-call shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in high-acuity situations
• Reliable transportation and valid California driver's license required
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) documentation

About Us:

Newport Hospice is a trusted provider of compassionate end-of-life care serving patients and families throughout Southern California. Our dedicated team is known for delivering personalized, dignified care that brings comfort and peace to those we serve. We are proud to foster a supportive work culture where our staff feel valued, empowered, and inspired by the meaningful work they do every day.