Licensed Vocational Nurse Home Health (Santa Barbara) 45-50 per hr
About The Position
Omega Home Health Care Services Inc. is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide home health care to homebound patients in Santa Barbara and surrounding areas. The role provides skilled nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse and the physician’s plan of care, following agency policies. The LVN supports client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, assists clients with self-care, and coordinates care with other health professionals. The position offers flexibility to schedule patient visits. Patients need care seven days a week, and the LVN must be available at least two days each week, one weekend a month, and two holidays per year (one winter and one summer). The role is per diem, pays $45–$50 per visit depending on experience, and is not remote.
Requirements
- Current LVN license.
- Driver’s license.
- Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
- Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision while meeting performance metrics.
- Physical and mental strength, flexible work hours, and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and web-based applications.
- Home health experience.
- Availability to see patients at least two days each week, one weekend a month, and two holidays per year.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care to clients as directed by the registered nurse and physician’s plan of care, in accordance with agency policies.
- Promote and maintain client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures under the guidance of the registered nurse assigned to the case.
- Use agency educational materials as appropriate and help clients learn self-care techniques.
- Support continuity of client care by assisting with planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
- Prepare clinical progress notes and follow care plans developed by the registered nurse and agency policy.
- Assist the physician and registered nurse with specialized procedures for which competency has been established.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatments and observe aseptic technique as required.
- Keep current with changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions.
- Attend client care conferences and communicate regularly with the registered nurse.
- Communicate clients’ current health status and needs to appropriate health professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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