Licensed Vocational Nurse

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time
Department: Operations

Salary Range: $35.00 - $45.00, depending on experience and qualifications

Flsa Status: Non-Exempt

About Us

Two compassionate visionaries embarked on a transformative journey when Dee and Vanessa founded Care Indeed Home Health Care in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. Their mission was clear: to revolutionize the way care was delivered to seniors and individuals in need. Beyond home care services, they expanded their reach into medical staffing, bridging the gap between healthcare facilities and skilled professionals. These founders actively listened to pain points, strategically recruited committed candidates, and ensured that compassion remained at the core of their legacy. From pandemic adaptations to virtual reality training, their impact continues to shape the healthcare landscape, creating a better world for elders, families, and their caregivers.

Position Overview

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This includes direct and indirect care to meet clients’ curative, rehabilitative, palliative, or preventative needs. The LVN is responsible for reporting observations and care performed and is accountable for decisions based on clinical knowledge and training.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

DUTIES

• Provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse

• Perform selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative, or preventative nursing care, as necessary, to meet the client’s needs

• Perform direct and indirect care, then report care performed and client observations, through appropriate documentation

• Responsible, and accountable, for making decisions that are based on the individual's nursing experience and educational preparation

RESPONSIBILITES

• Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care

• Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures, as directed by the Registered Nurse, under physician's orders

• Assist with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan

• Recognize, and understand, the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provide for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients

• Help teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques

• Foster cooperative effort among personnel, by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care, and by active participation in team and staff conferences

• Assume responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning

• Prepare, and submit, clinical and progress notes, no less often than, weekly (not to include admission)

• Observe, record, and report, to the appropriate person, patient symptoms, reactions, and changes including:

  • The general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms, which may be indicative of changes in condition

  • Stresses in human relationships, between the patients and staff personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors

• Assist with the rehabilitation of patients, according to the medical care plan, by encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of the patient and encouraging patients to help themselves using their own capabilities

• Further assist in rehabilitation by reporting any abnormality in the patient’s range of motion, body mechanics, or body alignment.

• Actively participate in nursing organizations, promote, and participate in in-service programs

TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURES

The Licensed Practical Nurse, with the education and proven clinical competence, may perform certain treatments/procedures, provided the Home Health Agency’s policies and the State’s Regulatory Acts allow their performance.

Only advanced LVNs, with documented skill in performing these functions, may:

• Administer medications

• Hang I.V.s premixed with medications

• Hang hydrating fluid without medications

• Start peripheral I.V.s

• Flush peripheral lines with saline or heparin solutions

• Inspect insertion sites, change dressings, and remove peripheral I.V. needles/catheters

• Calculate and adjust flow rates

• Check blood with a Registered Nurse

Job Conditions

• Valid California LVN license

• Reliable transportation to visit client homes and facilities

• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform essential physical duties

• Proficiency in English (spoken and written)

• The LVN is expected to work independently in the field and make real-time decisions within the scope of practice, without direct on-site supervision.

• Must be proficient in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and is required to document care in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner through mobile or tablet-based platforms.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

• Must be licensed, in the state, as a Licensed Practical Nurse
  

• One, or more years, of experience, in community/Home Health Agency setting, is preferred

• Must have a criminal background check

• Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted.

• The ability to communicate well, both, verbally, and in writing, in English, is required.

Environment

• Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances.

• Care is provided in client’s living environment with varying situations, including private homes, independent or assisted living or in an institution such as a hospital or long-term care facility.

• May be required to respond to emergency situations.

• Travel required.

• Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues and other potentially infectious material such as body fluids/tissues.

• Risk Of Exposure To Bloodborne Pathogens – High

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Corrected visual and hearing acuity required.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to provide two professional references

• Must pass medical clearance and background check

• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written English

Work Hours

Work hours will vary depending on the client's needs. Work hours may include day, evening, weekend, or holiday shifts, based on client needs and the availability of the employee.

Care Indeed Home Health Care is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Make An Impact! Join Our Team Today!

Want to join a company at the forefront of in-home care? Care Indeed Home Health Care is looking for individuals like you! If you are interested in joining our team, you can submit your application at https://careindeed.com/careers or call us at 650-563-8711.

Ranked by FORTUNE as one of the Bay Area's 50 Best Places to Work in Aging Services, our dedicated team is ready to grow and is in search of talented care providers.