Home Health LVN (Per Diem)

JOB DESCRIPTION Home Health LVN (Per Diem) JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Health LVN (Per Diem) to join our Home Health team in Los Angeles County. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes, focusing on promoting health, preventing illness, and managing chronic conditions.

This role requires strong clinical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Work is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of a state approved school of vocational nursing and currently licensed in CA. High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience in home health, hospice, or medical-surgical nursing preferred. Knowledge of infection control practices and basic life support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge of managed care principles and quality improvement programs. Strong skills in discharge planning and patient education. Proficiency in using electronic health record systems, particularly DataSoft Logic, is advantageous. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while providing compassionate patient care. Minimum of three (3) years experience in nursing, preferred. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures. Implements the nursing care plan for each patient. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned. Initiates preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.

Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home. Evaluates with registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPN’s/LVN’s nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the registered nurse. Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments and care of patient.

Participates in medical record audit as assigned. Attends staff meetings, patient care conferences and inservices as scheduled. Takes on-call duty, nights, weekends and holidays as assigned. Is responsible for: Submitting any changes in schedule to Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager on a daily basis. Participating in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team, such as physical therapist or speech language pathologist.

Prepares clinical and progress notes. Assists the physician and RN in performing specialized procedures. Prepares equipment and materials for treatments. Observes aseptic technique as required. Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Supervised by: Director of Clinical Services/ Clinical Manager/RNs RISK EXPOSURE: High risk LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: Ability to participate in physical activity. Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.

Heavy lifting. Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis. Salary $30 - $40 per hour