Home Health LPN LVN

Position Summary

• The Home Health LPN LVN SEIU - PAH is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides skilled nursing care within the scope of the LVN/LPN Nurse Practice Act. Provides patient care in the home environment primarily to young, middle, and older adults. Position Specific Responsibilities
• Evaluates Home Health patient each visit for chief complaint, health care status, and other pertinent information, including cultural, psychosocial and spiritual considerations and communicates findings to MD, RN, Nursing Supervisor as appropriate.
• Provides patient/family/caretaker instruction regarding nursing care, medications, diet, treatments and appropriate instruction to optimize self-care and to ensure safety.
• Serves as patient advocate: listens to, evaluates and acts on complaints, needs, problems, and suggestions of patients, families, physicians and others. Provides patient/family/caregiver with DHS Complaint Hot Line number 100% of the time.
• Practices according to LVN Nurse Practice Act and utilizes the code for nurses established by the American Nurses’ Association as a guide for ethical decision making process.
• Continually evaluates the clients and family’s responses to intervention in order to determine progress toward goal attainment and to provide those services requiring substantial specialized nursing care.
• Initiates and maintains a liaison relationship with all appropriate health care providers to assure that all efforts effectively compliment one another. Assists with coordination of all services.
• Documentation/Information Management:
• All applicable paperwork will be turned in within 48 hours.
• Time card is correct, complete and signed when turned in every two weeks.
• Leadership/Supervision:
• As assigned, assists with orientation of new LVN staff.
• In conjunction with RN, manages and coordinate care for assigned patients with other disciplines as appropriate.
• Development:
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for own professional growth and practice. This includes maintaining current licensure and completing all required in-service education.
• Attends all assigned staff development activities for department including a minimum attendance of 75% at all scheduled work time staff meetings.
• Participates in/conducts in-service education, as requested.
• Performance Improvement:
• Participates as requested in agency Improving Organizational Performance activities.
• Promotes use of the agency C.A.R.E. methodology in problem solving.
• Budgetary:
• Follows Core Value for being Financially Prudent.
• Meets productivity standards. Education and/or Experience Required - Education sufficient for license. Required - 1 year Prior experienced as an LVN Preferred - 6 months Experience in home care. Skills Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces integrated healthcare at home philosophy. Other Skills and Abilities: Requires the ability to establish and maintain a courteous and cooperative (service-oriented) working relationship with patients, families and co-workers. Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations Required upon hire: California Licensed Vocational Nurse (Vendor Managed) Required upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed) This is a collective bargaining position: Day Shift 5 days/week: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 2 Weekend day shifts, twice a month Full Time Pay Range: #LI-DM2 Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization. At Providence at Home with Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others. Your Career Journey Matters We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive. The Compassus Advantage
• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion. Ready to Join? At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive. Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way. Learn more at compassus.com or follow @Compassus on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram or Twitter.