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Hospice LVN (NOC Shift)

Mission Healthcare • Full-time • Torrance, CA • $34 / hour • 1w ago

Hiring nurses specialized in end-of-life care

With the aging of the baby boomer generation, the demand for end-of-life care nurses is expected to grow, so now is a great time to enter this growing field. End-of-life care is a specialized area of nursing that focuses on providing care and support to terminally ill patients and their families. Our nurses who specialize in end-of-life care play an important role in helping patients and families cope with the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of dying

The Hospice Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

At Mission Hospice respect for everyone is a standard, not an objective. We support each other so we can use our time to do the things that matter inside and outside of work. We genuinely care about the well‐being of others and make a difference by giving our time and resources. We achieve more collectively than we ever could individually.

Compensation starting at $34/hr, DOE.

Responsibilities for this position include:

Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
Participates in coordination of Hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development. Also participates in organization’s quality assessments performance improvement teams and activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
Three years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a LPN/LVN in the State.
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Possess and maintains current CPR Certification.
Understands philosophy of Hospice concept. Also Understands needs of the terminally ill.

We are committed to excellence and finding fulfillment inside and outside of work. By celebrating our accomplishments, learning from our mistakes, staying positive and embracing change, we continuously improve as people, as professionals and as a company. We strive to amaze. As part of the Mission Hospice San Diego team, we learn, grow and have fun together. As a team, we proudly serve those who have served our communities. We find purpose in knowing what we do matters. We are passionate.

At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accessibility Commitment:

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.

Inclusion Efforts:

We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.

Your Voice Matters:

Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

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