LVN Runner - Per Diem

Job Description

*Hospice LVN RUNNER - Per diem for after hours* *The territory will include Simi Valley, West Hills, Woodland Hills, Westlake Village, and Agoura Hills.* _Heartford Hospice, a premier hospice organization in the greater Orange County/Inland Empire area and Los Angeles, provides expertise, compassion, and care for our patients and their families as they face terminal illness. Our team of professionals helps improve quality of life by addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of our patients. Through this interdisciplinary approach, we seek to comfort the heart, mind and body._ *The LVN Runner* 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 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 Clinical Supervisor. * Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. * Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications. * Participates in personal, professional growth and development. * Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse. *Position Qualifications* * Valid CA license issued by the Board of Registered Nursing or Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians * Previous Hospice experience in nursing preferred (at least 1 year) * Familiarity with medical tools and equipment * Ability to build rapport with patients * Compassionate and caring * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * CPR-Current * Driver’s license and car insurance We are an equal opportunity employer. Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour Experience: * Hospice care: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * LVN (Preferred) Work Location: On the road