Part Time Hospice LVN - NOC Shift

The Elizabeth Hospice•Escondido, CA

36d•$36 - $46

About The Position

The Elizabeth Hospice LVN provides professional nursing care under RN supervision for assigned patients across the life span, including perinatal, pediatric, and adult patients, in their homes or care facilities. The LVN works as part of the clinical interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate resources are provided to internal and external customers, follows the organization’s policies and applicable laws and standards, and supports its mission, vision, values, and quality commitment. This is a part-time position for 16 hours per week, with days that may vary. The shift is 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Travel is required for patient visits, with occasional travel for educational purposes. The role includes at least 1–2 weekend shifts per month and an on-call commitment of 1–2 shifts per month. The hourly salary range is $36–$46, with compensation determined by years of licensure. Additional shift differential pay applies when at least two hours of a shift are worked between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. The Elizabeth Hospice is a nonprofit hospice serving San Diego County and southern Riverside County. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life for people nearing the end of life’s journey and for those who grieve.

Requirements

Vocational nurse training.
At least 12 months of experience as an LVN.
Current California LVN license.
Familiarity with computerized bedside patient documentation.
Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from other team members.
Current California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and medical professionals.
Ability to remain calm and flexible in stressful situations.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Current TB test results.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in acute care, home health, or hospice.
Phlebotomy certification.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the RN in analyzing situations, anticipating problem areas, and taking appropriate action.
Evaluate patient responses against expected outcomes in a safe and timely manner.
Perform licensed nursing skills in accordance with the basic skills checklist, policies and procedures, standards of care, critical competencies, and scope of practice.
Follow the RN’s direction regarding the patient’s plan of care.
Deliver services under RN supervision and in collaboration with the RN.
Implement and document, under RN supervision, teaching plans based on the assessed needs of the patient and family, with timely instruction suited to their learning ability and cultural background.
Document all care provided, including telephone interactions with staff, in accordance with charting standards; maintain timely point-of-care electronic documentation.
Enter or retrieve data from established computer files.
Orient, instruct, and train assigned personnel.
Perform phlebotomy as needed.
Support the agency with assigned audits and other office duties.
Adhere to E-way standards while performing job duties.

Benefits

Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off, paid holidays, and a birthday benefit.
Employee development program supported by an in-house education department.
Tuition reimbursement.
Monthly mileage reimbursement.
Employee referral program.
Supportive work culture that encourages work-life balance.
Competitive hospice industry compensation.
Additional shift differential pay for shifts including at least two hours between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.