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Hospice Continuous Care Nurse (CC Nurse)

Caremark Healthcare
Anaheim, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2025

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :

At Caremark Healthcare, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals in need. We specialize in home healthcare, skilled nursing, and personalized care services designed to enhance the well-being and independence of our patients. Our team of healthcare professionals is committed to delivering excellence in patient-centered care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and support for every individual we serve.

At Caremark Healthcare, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and professional growth. We believe in empowering our employees with the resources, training, and support they need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dedicated healthcare team, we invite you to join us!

About the Role :

The Hospice Continuous Care Nurse plays a critical role in providing compassionate and comprehensive care to patients in their final stages of life. This position is focused on delivering high-quality nursing care that addresses both the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families. The CC Nurse will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans that ensure comfort and dignity for patients. By providing continuous care, the CC Nurse helps to manage symptoms and alleviate pain, allowing patients to spend their remaining time in a supportive environment. Ultimately, the goal of this role is to enhance the quality of life for patients and provide support to their loved ones during a challenging time.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

  • Manage a patient’s symptoms during a short term medical crisis.
  • Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
  • Recognize and interpret symptoms, institute remedial measures and report significant changes in the patient condition immediately.
  • Chart the patient’s condition hourly to provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
  • Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
  • Assess and provide patient and family / caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
  • 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.
  • Should be able to travel to other areas.

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.

Continuous Care nurses are a special part of the hospice team, as they support both patient and family in the last stages of life or crisis. Continuous Care shifts are typically 12 hours done at the patient’s bed side.

Qualifications : LVN

  • Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program.
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse shall have a current LVN license in the state of California, with at least one (1) year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, preferably in hospice.
  • 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 and embraces philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.
  • Have flexible schedule and be available to work on evenings / weekends when necessary.
  • Good prioritization and communication skills
  • Qualification : RN

  • Registered Nurse currently licensed and practicing in the State of California.
  • Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Previous experience in hospice, home health, general medical surgical or patient population specific (i.e. : geriatrics, pediatric, etc.) nursing.
  • Minimum of one year experience in the home health and / or hospice settings.
  • Periodically commit to serve as after-office-hours on-call.
  • Must have reliable automobile, valid driver’s license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Hospice’s philosophy of care, values, mission statement and organizational culture.
  • Skills :

    The required skills for this role include strong clinical assessment abilities, which are essential for identifying patient needs and developing appropriate care plans. Effective communication skills are crucial, as the CC Nurse must convey complex medical information to patients and families in an understandable manner. Compassion and empathy are vital in providing emotional support to patients and their loved ones during difficult times. Time management skills are necessary to prioritize tasks and ensure that all patients receive timely care. Additionally, familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems is beneficial for accurate documentation and coordination of care.

    Caremark Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer : Caremark Healthcare does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

    By joining Caremark Healthcare, you’ll be part of a company that prioritizes safety, customer service, and employee satisfaction. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

    Pay : $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

    Salary : $30 - $37

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