Hospice LVN Per Diem

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

About Us

We are a compassionate hospice agency dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care to patients and their families. Our team values communication, teamwork, and high-quality care delivered with dignity and respect.

Position Summary

The Per Diem Hospice LVN provides direct nursing care, comfort measures, and patient/caregiver support in the home or facility setting. This role is ideal for an LVN who is dependable, compassionate, and able to work independently. Experience working with patients on ventilators is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Provide routine nursing care including assessments within LVN scope, medication administration, and comfort-focused interventions.

Support the RN Case Manager by communicating changes in patient status, new symptoms, and caregiver concerns.

Perform scheduled and PRN visits including supervisory visits for hospice aides when assigned.

Provide specialized care for patients on ventilators, including monitoring, equipment checks, and educating caregivers on safe and comfort-focused ventilator use (within LVN scope of practice).

Assist with symptom management under RN and physician direction.

Document care timely and accurately in accordance with Medicare, state, and agency standards.

Participate in team communication to support interdisciplinary care planning.

Maintain a compassionate, patient-centered approach in all interactions.

Qualifications

Active California LVN license in good standing.

Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; hospice or home health experience preferred.

Experience with ventilator-dependent patients strongly preferred.

Reliable transportation, valid CA driver’s license, and auto insurance.

Strong communication and assessment skills.

Ability to work independently in home settings.

EMR experience preferred (training provided).

What We Offer

Competitive per-visit and mileage reimbursement.

Flexible per-diem scheduling.

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Paid training and ongoing clinical support.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and contact information. We look forward to speaking with you.

For questions regarding this posting please contact Newport Hospice 909-727-3223.