Part Time Hospice LVN - NOC Shift

Elizabeth Hospice; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Work-life balance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Employee referral program

Business casual attire

Job summary

The Elizabeth Hospice in San Diego County is seeking a part-time LVN to provide skilled nursing care under the supervision of an RN in patients' homes or facilities. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care across lifespan.

This role offers 16 hours per week with night shift 12:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m., weekend shifts, on-call one to two shifts monthly, and travel for patient visits. Competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• 12 months LVN experience minimum; 1–2 years in acute care/home health/hospice preferred.
• Current California LVN license
• Familiar with computerized bedside documentation
• Ability to function as part of a team and take direction from RN
• Phlebotomy certification a plus
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus
• CA driver's license and proof of insurance required
• Excellent communication with patient and families and other medical professionals
• CPR/BLS certification current
• TB test results current

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in analyzing situation, anticipating problem areas and taking appropriate action.
• Evaluates patient response relative to outcomes in a safe, timely manner.
• Performs licensed nurse skills according to policies, standards of care, and competencies.
• Adheres to RN plan of care for the patient.
• Delivers services under supervision of RN and in collaboration with RN.
• Implements and documents teaching plans based on patient/family needs.
• Documents all care provided, including telephone interactions, using point-of-care electronic charting.
• Enters or retrieves data from established computer files.
• Orients, instructs and trains assigned personnel.
• Performs Phlebotomy as needed.
• Supports agency in assigned audits and office duties.
• Adheres to E-way standards in all duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Bilingual Spanish

Phlebotomy

CPR/BLS

Education

Vocational Nursing Training

California LVN license

Job description

Description

The Elizabeth Hospice LVN provides professional nursing care under supervision of RN for assigned patients across the life span (perinatal, pediatrics, and adults) in patients' homes or facilities according to established standards and practice. Participates as a team member of the clinical interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate resources to all internal/external customers. Follows The Elizabeth Hospice rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards addressed in the Compliance Program.

Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, values and quality commitment of The Elizabeth Hospice.

The Elizabeth Hospice is San Diego's oldest non‑profit hospice of 40 years. We are growing and looking for talented individuals to join our high performing team and support our mission. We serve all of San Diego county and south Riverside county with multiple hospice office locations.

Our Mission:

To enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life's journey and for those who grieve.

Salary:

Salary: $36 - $46 hourly. Compensation is determined by years of licensure. Shift hours: 12:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Part time Position

16 hours per week. Days may vary.

Travel required

for patient visits. Occasional travel for educational purposes.

Weekend commitment

must provide at least 1-2 weekend shifts per month

On-call commitment:

1-2 shift per month.

LVNs will receive additional shift differential pay when at least 2 hours of a shift are worked between 7:00pm-7:00am

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Assists RN in analyzing situation, anticipating problem areas and taking appropriate course of action.


• Evaluates the response of patient, relative to the expected outcomes in a safe and timely manner.


• Performs licensed nurse skills as stated in basic skills checklist, policies and procedures, standards of care, critical competencies based on scope of practice.


• Adheres to the direction provided by the RN on the plan of care for the patient.


• Responsible for delivering services under the supervision of the and in collaboration with the RN.


• Under the supervision of the RN, implements and documents teaching plan based on: mutually assessed needs of patient and family, in a timely manner, teaching strategy suitable for the learning ability and cultural background of the patient and family.


• Documents completely all care provided to patient including telephone interaction with other staff members. Charting standards are followed. Maintains timely patient documentation using \"point of care\" electronic charting.


• Enters or retrieves data from established computer files.


• Orients, instructs and trains assigned personnel.


• Performs Phlebotomy as needed.


• Provides support to agency in completion of assigned audit and other office duties as assigned.


• Adhering to the E-way standards is a requirement in performing all job duties.

Qualifications:

• Vocational Nurses Training .


• Minimum experience of 12 months as an LVN with preferred experience of 1-2 years in acute care setting, home health or hospice.


• Current California LVN license.


• Familiar with computerized bedside patient documentation .


• Ability to function as part of a team and take direction from other team members.


• Phlebotomy certification a plus


• Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus


• Current California driver's license and proof of insurance required.


• Excellent communication skills with patient/families and other medical professionals.


• Ability to remain calm and flexible in stressful situations


• Current CPR/BLS Certification required.


• Current TB test results required.

We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways, such as:

• Competitive hospice industry compensation


• Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution


• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match


• Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance


• Paid Time Off, paid holidays & birthday benefit


• Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs.


• Tuition Reimbursement program


• Monthly mileage reimbursement


• Employee Referral Program


• Business casual attire for office staff

The Elizabeth Hospice is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.