LVN Home Health Full-Time - Fresno

Valley Regional Home Health– We are pleased to announce the immediate opening for a full-time, Fresno-area LVN designated for field home health patient visits.

Our team’s goal is to center around dedicated care, respect, dependability, professionalism, and the willingness to help others. Our company's mission is to help individuals improve function and live with greater independence, promote the client's optimal level of well-being, and honor patient autonomy while accommodating the individual characteristics of each patient.

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.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State’s Name Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements a plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Implements wound care as outlined by the plan of care.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

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.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has two to three years nursing experience and preferred one year prior professional nursing experience in hospitals/home health/facilities
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Still not convinced? Here’s some more info about Valley Regional Home Health:

• Competitive Benefits: Eight medical plans to choose from, dental coverage, vision coverage, and other optional plans such as Critical Illness coverage, Short-term Disability coverage, Accident insurance, Life Insurance, and a competitive 401K plan.
• Excellent Support Staff: Our home office is dedicated to clinical support and answering questions. We are available by phone, email or even CHAT to assist our employees with anything they may need.
• Positive Company Culture: We love hosting BBQs, Potlucks and recognizing our employees whether it’s for a job well done or an ‘Employee of the Month’! We acknowledge our team as humans, not robots, and we know how stressful it can be to work in the healthcare industry.
• One of the largest Central California Home Health agencies: We have been around since 2013 and we are still growing!
• Employee Wellbeing surveys: Quarterly anonymous employee surveys analyze what factors are working well and what are not: Relationships at work, Personal Motivators, Happiness, and Company Motivators are all a part of this survey. We also like to take action by responding to these surveys and acknowledging what can be improved in the future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Wound Care

Physical Setting:

• Outpatient

Application Question(s):

• Valley Regional Home Health is seeking a full-time LVN for the Fresno and surrounding areas. Considering that this position takes place in the outpatient home health setting, are you OK with driving within the areas required for this position?

Experience:

• Home Health: 1 year (Preferred)
• Wound care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31 - $35