Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Job Description
Job Summary:
Desire Home Care, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Vocational Field Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a shift healthcare employee. This individual contributor role will be based in the Riverside County area and will involve providing health care services to patients with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in the comfort of patients' homes. As an LVN Home Health Shift Nurse, you will be responsible for providing treatment, medication administration, and supervision according to their specific health needs, while also adhering to all regulatory and ethical standards.
Compensation- Shift Care:
Routine Follow-Up Visit: $25-30 per hour
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision
401K with 4% match
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Referral pay
Paid trainings
First time home buyer program assistance
Sign on bonus: Complete 100 visits within 90 days & receive a $100 bonus
Responsibilities:
Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, in accordance with established care plans and physician's orders
Monitor and assess patients' health status and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Registered Nurse
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
Provide wound care, catheter care, G-tube care, and other nursing procedures as needed
Educate patients and their families on their conditions, medications, and self-care techniques
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate and manage patient care
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes, medication administration records, and nursing assessments
Adhere to all regulatory and ethical standards, including HIPAA guidelines and infection control protocols
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other team members to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients
Requirements: *New Graduates Welcomed*
Active and unrestricted LVN license in the state of California
Minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN, preferably in a home health setting
Have experience working with patients diagnosed with autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, and/or epilepsy
Have experience working in pediatrics
Strong knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures
Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must have current BLS certificate
Physical and TB clearance valid within the year
Ability to complete documentation via agency EMR system
SHIFTS: Minimum of 6 hour shifts, no more than 8 hours, no holiday shifts
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
To achieve a full 8-hour workday, you may be assigned multiple patients, and shifts typically vary in length
EEOC Statement:
Desire Home Care, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.