ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

(partial list) 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. The following is a partial list: Patient Care Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care. 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 hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse. Communication Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given. Communicates patient's needs and any changes to the physician Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient Additional Duties Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS BA

degree from accredited school of nursing and hospice/palliative care experience preferred, but not required; all CA licenses & BLS/CPR required Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program. Currently licensed as an LVN in the State. 1-2 years of recent acute care experience preferred Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patient Must be a licensed driver with insured in good working order Possesses and maintains current BLS/CPR certification. Schedule Per Diem / Weekends Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Days and Nights

BENEFITS 403B

(up to 3% matching) Paid Sick Time Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile

On-Call Wait-Time Pay Work Remotely No Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person