GLOBAL HOME HOSPICE SERVICE INC is looking for a Part Time Licensed Vocational Nurse On Call Runner (WEEKENDS ONLY). In this position, the LVN is expected to visits patients AS NEEDED only (if patient is in need of a nurse visit)
Responsibilities:
- Provides direct patient care after hours as needed.
- Implements current nursing practices following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
- Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
- Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
- Calls the Medical Director if there is a new order for medications.
- Writes the doctor's order and order the medication from the Pharmacy.
- Attends crisis calls/visits after office hours.
- Performs triage with the caregiver/family regarding patient needs, pain crisis, end-of-life issues and death.
Requirements:
- Graduated from an accredited Vocational Nurses Program.
- Hospice experience preferred.
- Currently licensed as a LVN in the State of California.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
- CPR
- California Driver's License
- Auto Insurance
- Understands philosophy of the hospice concept. Also understand needs of the terminally ill.
- Physical Exam, TB Test or Chest Xray
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Bilingual LVN preferred
Coverage Area:
San Gabriel Valley, Inland Empire, Orange County
Hours:
Saturday: 8am - 8am (sunday morning)
Sunday: 8am- 8am (monday morning)
Compensation:
$15/ day to be on call
$50/visit if you get sent out
Mileage will be reimbursed after 20 mile radius.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $150.00 per day
Benefits:
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Hospice: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish/bilingual (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person