Licensed Vocational Nurse - Southern San Diego/San Diego County
About The Position
The LVN Community Care Coordinator plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive care coordination and in-home support for patients with complex medical, behavioral, and social needs. This proactive, multi-disciplinary approach ensures improved quality of life, health literacy, and care outcomes while reducing medical costs. The role combines clinical expertise, compassionate patient engagement, and collaboration with a diverse care team to address the holistic needs of patients in the community. This position requires travel to San Diego, throughout San Diego County, and surrounding areas to provide in-home support to our patients.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN, preferably in an outpatient, home health, or public health setting.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California is REQUIRED.
- CPR/BLS certification (AHA for healthcare providers).
- Annual TB testing.
- Unrestricted driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in caring for elderly or chronically ill patients is preferred.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
- Certified phlebotomy skills are highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home care visits to assess patient conditions and chart observations in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Perform vital signs checks, collect medical history, conduct medication reconciliation, and report findings to the patient’s provider.
- Provide education and support on chronic illness management, safe medication use, and general self-care practices.
- Deliver palliative care as needed to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Conduct home safety evaluations and make recommendations for devices or tools to improve patients' daily living.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and social workers, to execute care plans effectively.
- Engage in community outreach to connect patients with necessary services and resources, assisting with enrollment as needed.
- Actively participate in bi-weekly panel management and clinical rounds.
- Perform phlebotomy, venipuncture, and specimen preparation for lab analysis.
- Provide emotional support, stress management education, and guidance on managing dietary concerns.
- Document all care coordination activities accurately in the EMR, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Travel to multiple patient homes or designated locations daily, including shelters, transitional housing, and assisted living facilities.
- Act as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, explaining care plans and addressing concerns.
- Support outreach teams in locating and engaging patients who are difficult to reach.
- Adapt to changing policies, procedures, and responsibilities as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Orientation and Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401k Plan – 3% match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Continued Education Support
- Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)
- Referral Bonuses
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Paid Time Off (15 days)
- Paid Volunteer Hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
