PRN Hospice Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN (AM)

Silverado; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance

Discount Programs

Job summary

Silverado is seeking Hospice LVN/LPNs to provide skilled nursing and palliative care across San Diego County. The role emphasizes empathy, clinical expertise, and strong communication while supporting patients and families at end of life.

This PRN (per diem) position requires an LVN/LPN license in California, CPR certification, and travel to patient homes. Silverado offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Valid LVN/LPN license in California.
• Minimum 1 year of LVN/LPN experience.
• CPR certification required.
• Hospice experience preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel across San Diego County.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide pain and symptom management, medical treatments, and patient education.
• Support patients and families through end-of-life care with empathy and professionalism.
• Participate in care planning and collaborate with the interdisciplinary Palliative team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with Palliative protocols.
• Travel to patient homes across San Diego County.

Skills

LVN/LPN license

Hospice experience

CPR certification

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Willing to travel

Job description

Join Silverado Palliative Coastal Valleys covering San Diego Countyand be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Palliative services. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiringHospice LVNs - compassionate professionals who provide skilled nursing and palliative care to patients and families during their most vulnerable moments. This role blends clinical expertise, empathy, and relationship-building to deliver dignified, meaningful care.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver skilled nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Provide pain and symptom management, medical treatments, and patient education
• Support patients and families through end-of-life care with empathy and professionalism
• Participate in care planning and collaborate with the interdisciplinary Palliative team
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with Palliative protocols
• Travel to patient homes across San Diego County

Qualifications:

• Valid LVN/LPN license in the state
• Minimum 1 year of LVN/LPN experience
• Hospice experience preferred but not required
• CPR certification required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel
• May be required to work outside regular hours based on patient needs
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: PRN (Per Diem), Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, variable shifts as needed to meet business needs

Anticipated pay range: $34 USD - $38 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

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Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security