We are looking for a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our hospice team and family.

Position: Hospice Field LVN (Full time: Shifts variable)

Reports to: Nursing Supervisor

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

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.

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include RN Case Manager, hospice aide, MSW, MT, or Nursing Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• 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 be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• One year nursing experience required. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LVN in the State of California.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• 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.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

Why join Comfort and Peace Hospice?

We are a clinician-owned hospice company and we pride ourselves on providing excellent care that is matched by excellent customer service. We will be happy and honored to have you join our boutique style hospice. This will be a perfect job for you if "you are a great communicator and you love customer service".

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Dynamic and team-oriented work environment
• Growth and development opportunities
• Health insurance coverage (Medical, dental, and vision)
• Free life insurance
• Free disability insurance
• 401K plan
• Holiday pay for full-time employees for company recognized holidays
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly schedule:

• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)
• Hospice care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CA LVN (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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