What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN position at La Casa Health Care?
Keeping families whole by providing the care they need to stay together!
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Private Duty)
Monday through Sunday
Morning Shift available
Mid Day Shift available
Night Shift available
*Hours Flexible*
Full-Time & Part-Time available
$29.00 - $31.00 Hourly ($500 Bonus)
JOB SUMMARY:
A qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers one-on-one skilled nursing care to patients on an hourly (shift care) basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state of California.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred.
- Current CPR certification.
- Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
- Bilingual, preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
- Implements the nursing care plan for each patient.
- Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned.
- Initiates preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
- Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
- Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes.
BENEFITS
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Sick Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount
- Referral Program
Work Location:
- One location (Patient's Home)
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided
Salary : $29 - $31
