The Licensed 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 for LVN’s.
- Implements 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 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 for hospice interdisciplinary group members.
- 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.
- Participates in organization’s quality management program.
- Participates in the on-call rotation and weekends.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Case Manager./ Team Manager.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Knowledge of mobile telephone usage
- Computer skills related to MS programs
- Currently, valid, non-restricted California LVN license.
- Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program.
- Three to five (3-5) years nursing experience.
- Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- Experience with the terminally ill patient.
The opportunity is here if you’re ready for it. Become a part of our team and help make a difference in lives. We take great pride in the work we do and the talented people who work with us. We’re always looking for highly skilled, driven people who value a collaborative, open environment and a flexible, professional culture.
Please send your resume to hr@maxcarehospice.com