Continuous Care Lvn Hospice - Los Angeles, United States - White Oak Hospice

White Oak Hospice
White Oak Hospice
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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Continuous Care LVN Job Description
We are seeking a highly capable continuous care LVN to monitor our patients and report changes in their condition.

In this role, your duties will include administering treatment under the supervision of registered nurses, updating patient files, and instructing families on patient care.


Continuous Care LVN Responsibilities:


  • Providing nursing services to patients under the supervision of registered nurses.
  • Traveling to patient locations to administer bedside care.
  • Assessing treatment plans and coordinating patient care with interdisciplinary health professionals.
  • Measuring and recording vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and pulse oximetry.
  • Administering pain or symptom management medication as required.
  • Evaluating patients' responses to treatments and medications, as well as facilitating appropriate interventions when required.
  • Instructing families and caregivers on patient care and addressing concerns in a sensitive manner.
  • Updating and maintaining patient files and medical records.
  • Performing other duties as instructed by the RN.
  • Adhering to best practices in nursing and pursuing continued professional development.

Continuous Care LVN Requirements:


  • Statelicensed LVN/LPN.
  • Certified in CPR and certification in IV therapy would be advantageous.
  • 1 years of experience as a continuous care LVN preferred
  • Proficiency in electronic health record management systems, such as HospiceMD.
  • Ability to follow treatment instructions, collaborate on patient care, and document processes.
  • Advanced ability to evaluate and treat patients, and facilitate appropriate interventions.
  • Experience in providing families with patient care information and support.
  • Willingness and the ability to travel to patient locations.
  • Indepth knowledge of best practices in providing continuous nursing care.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to support patients and their families.

Pay:
$ $40.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Medical specialties:

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical setting:

  • Inpatient
  • Nursing home

Standard shift:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

  • Extended hours
  • Holidays
  • On call

Weekly schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location:
On the road
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