Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
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Compass Palliative Care
Downey, CA, US
Summary
The LVN will travel to patient homes to monitor health conditions, implement care plans, and provide emotional support. They are also responsible for documenting all care provided and maintaining accurate medical records.
Job Description
This is a 100% Mobile position that requires our LVN to drive throughout the South LA and Central LA areas with areas including but not limited to SAN GABRIEL, BELL, SOUTH GATE, LONG BEACH, WEST HOLLYWOOD, LINCOLN HEIGHTS, SAN PEDRO, MONTEBELLO etc.
Compass Palliative Care is looking for a professional, driven, and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to see patients in their homes and provide the following care:
- Monitor and report any changes in clients' condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Document all care provided and maintain accurate medical records.
- Follow established care plans and assist with implementing therapeutic interventions.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to clients.
Previous experience as an LVN in Hospice or in a similar role is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals with special needs.
- Strong organizational skills to keep track of clients’ medical documentation.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and willingness to drive throughout the South Los Angeles.
This is a per diem position. Compensation for this role will be a flat fee of $35 per patient seen.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits: Flexible schedule
Work Location: On the road
Unlike hospice care that begins once treatment has ended, palliative care can begin when the patient is diagnosed or at any time the patient feels they may benefit from services offered by Compass Palliative Care.
Some examples of common illnesses include: • Cancer • Heart Disease/CHF • Respiratory Disease/COPD • Renal Disease/Failure (CKD)
We provide our patients with a comprehensive treatment plan for pain and symptom management to increase quality of life, relieve stress, and reduce emergency room visits/hospital admissions.
Our specially trained care team provides a comprehensive and cohesive approach to managing your symptoms while your doctors focus on treatment.
Our care team includes: • Medical Director (Physician) • Nurse Practitioner • Medical Social Worker Compass Palliative Care can take place wherever the patient calls home.
In addition to your dedicated Nurse Practitioner, we have a nurse on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to guide you and your loved ones through your healthcare journey.
Call 330-531-7543 to learn more.
Founded
2022
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Youngstown, Ohio
Unlike hospice care that begins once treatment has ended, palliative care can begin when the patient is diagnosed or at any time the patient feels they may benefit from services offered by Compass Palliative Care.
Some examples of common illnesses include: • Cancer • Heart Disease/CHF • Respiratory Disease/COPD • Renal Disease/Failure (CKD)
We provide our patients with a comprehensive treatment plan for pain and symptom management to increase quality of life, relieve stress, and reduce emergency room visits/hospital admissions.
Our specially trained care team provides a comprehensive and cohesive approach to managing your symptoms while your doctors focus on treatment.
Our care team includes: • Medical Director (Physician) • Nurse Practitioner • Medical Social Worker Compass Palliative Care can take place wherever the patient calls home.
In addition to your dedicated Nurse Practitioner, we have a nurse on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to guide you and your loved ones through your healthcare journey.
Call 330-531-7543 to learn more.
Founded
2022
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Youngstown, Ohio
