Department:

Home Health

Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America)

Employee Type:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$31.54 - $39.42

Job Description:

*** LIMITED TERM POSITION UP TO 12 MONTHS ***

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. These positions require driving as an Essential Job Function, where an alternative means of transportation, such as ride-share or public transportation is not feasible to complete these duties.  This may be averaged over the calendar year.