Licensed Vocational Nurse - Palliative Care

Description:

Livingston Memorial is looking for a Full Time, 40 hours a week, Licensed Vocational Nurse to help support our Home Health and Palliative Care Team.

Come be a part of a company whose mission for the last 78 years is to deliver the highest quality, compassionate in-home healthcare and support services to Ventura County residents!

Position Summary:

This position provides skilled nursing care to patients at home in accordance with state licensure requirements, Medicare Conditions of Participation, Title 22 licensure regulations, nursing protocol and Livingston's policies and procedures.

What You'll Do

• Provides skilled nursing care as required by the plan of care for the patient.
• Prepares clinical notes and progress notes as required and submits documentation within 48 hours.
• Documents skilled nursing care appropriate for billing and is aware of reimbursement issues.
• Attends team case conference meetings.
• Informs the case manager nursing supervisor, physician and other interdisciplinary team members of changes in the patient's condition and needs
• Provides education and information to the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Participates in educational programs to maintain skills and knowledge of current nursing practices; in case conference meetings to provide continuity of patient care; and in weekend work as needed.
• Maintains a positive, professional, and respectful attitude.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

What We're Looking For

• Current California LVN license
• Current BLS certification.
• Must reside in Ventura County
• One Year of Professional Nursing experience
• Valid Driver License and auto insurance
• One year of home health and/or acute care experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid training and ongoing education
• Bilingual Stipend
• Supportive team environment
• A chance to truly make a difference in the lives of patients and families

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ancillary Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Life, Hospital)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holiday
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program