Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in peoples lives?
Search no further!
Compassionate Care Home Health Agency has five office locations (Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, and Bakersfield) and services eight counties throughout the Central Valley (Stanislaus, Mariposa, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, Kings, and Kern) - and were growing fast! Our top priority is maintaining our culture of respect and love for our patients and team, alike. Our commitment to our core values allows us to be a provider and employer of choice. We understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and are our most important resource.
We actively seek career-oriented individuals, to whom we offer job security and upward mobility when appropriate - based on merit and performance. We proudly employ an accomplished team of professionals and our team is as diverse as the communities we serve, representing different ethnicities, religions, ages, national origins, and sexual orientations.
Join us today and grow with us!
We are currently seeking to fill the Licensed Vocational Nurse position in Lancaster and Surrounding Areas :
This position 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 LVN will work with other colleagues and under the guidance of the DPCS.
JOB DESCRIPTION and RESPONSIBILITIES :
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.
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
1. Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
2. Implements a plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
3. Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
4. Assesses and provides patient and family / caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
5. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and / or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses and / or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
7. Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
8. 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.
Experience and Desirable Traits :
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
2. Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community / home health or medical / surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
Employees and patients are equally precious to us. Your happiness is our happiness - we offer you the following benefits for any full time position :
Dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment
Unparalleled company culture
Local company with soul
Countless growth and development opportunities
Flexible Schedules
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Mileage Reimbursement at current Federal rate
Gas reimbursement for those in company cars
PTO
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Days
401K
And so much more!
Compassionate Care was established in 2003 in Fresno County and has grown into Central California's most trusted home health agency. Compassionate Care provides in-home medical, rehabilitative, and support services by seasoned professionals with comprehensive clinical training and robust hospitality experience.
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