Licensed Vocational Nurse

Minimum Requirements
    Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
    One year nursing experience, or at least six months experience if concurrently working in a Hospital or Home Health Setting.
    Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
    Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state of California.
    Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
    Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills.
    Demonstrates good 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.
    Understands hospice philosophy. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities 

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved Plan of Care initiated by the Registered Nurse.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services in accordance with the Plan of Care.
• Assess and provide patient/family/caregiver education and information pertinent to the patient’s diagnosis and Plan of Care.
• Participate in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to hospice Interdisciplinary Group members. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian, and Clinical Supervisor.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Provide appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluate the patient’s response to treatments/medications.
• Participate in personal, professional growth and development, as well as in the organization's quality management program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the RN Case Manager.

Any applicant who is interested in this position may submit a resume online for consideration.