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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Hospice

VNA Health
Santa Barbara, California, US
$35-$37 an hour
Full-time

About Us :

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

At VNA Health, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized.

We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving positive change in healthcare.

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we serve.

Why Join Us :

  • Fully-paid insurance premiums including dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of employment.
  • Wellness Benefit providing $1,000 annual reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses.
  • Financial wellness program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Supportive company culture promoting employee well-being through programs like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation reimbursement.
  • Competitive Compensation : $35-37 + Differential

Job Description :

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. The LVN respects and promotes the mission,

values and vision of VNA Health.

Job Duties :

  • Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
  • 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.

Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Hospice Manager.

  • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
  • Provides appropriate pain / symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments / medications.
  • Knowledge of state, federal, local and accreditation regulations for the delivery of hospice services.
  • Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality management program.
  • Meets daily average productivity standards set by the agency.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Case Manager and Hospice Manager.
  • Actively participates in Quality management program.

All clinical staff are expected to participate as needed in variable shifts, including weekend

rotation per staffing needs and departmental holiday rotation.

Qualifications :

  • Current and active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
  • Minimum one year experience required, three years’ experience preferred.
  • Community health / hospice or medical / surgical experience is preferred.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Licensed driver with insured automobile - in accordance with state and / or
  • organization requirements.
  • Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
  • Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the
  • terminally ill.
  • Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not necessary.

Physical Requirements :

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to push / pull 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stoop, bend, and squat.
  • Ability to walk up one flight of stairs.
  • Ability to walk one mile.
  • Ability to sit for one hour, minimum.
  • Visual and audio acuity

Apply today to join our VNA Health Team

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