Field Licensed Vocational Nurse (Lvn) - Home Health

Department:

Home Health

Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America)

Employee Type:

Regular

Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$31.54 - $39.42

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Field LVN provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. Care is delivered following a plan established by the physician and the Team Leader/Case Manager in conjunction with the patient/family and in compliance with the California Vocational Nurse Act. The LVN works within the framework of the team.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license with one year's experience as a practicing LVN required.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• IV certification documentation prior to employment or completion during orientation period is required.

• Must meet all DMV requirements listed below and have adequate transportation.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Effective communication skills in both written and oral forms in English.

• Must have good organizational skills and be self-directed.

• Able to draw blood, provide wound care, and educate patients.

• Note: Requires employees to drive at least once per pay period. Candidates must possess and supply proof of: a current CA Driver's License, a clean DMV printout and Auto Insurance coverage with a minimum of $50,000 per person/$100,000 per occurrence (or a combined single limit of $100,000) and property damage coverage in an amount not less than $50,000 per occurrence.