NEXT CARE HOSPICE·Fountain Valley, California
The LVN Runner provides real-time clinical phone triage and performs as-needed patient visits during evening hours. They cover unplanned visit gaps and coordinate care updates with the primary Case Manager and RN.
The LVN Runner provides real-time clinical phone coverage and performs PRN (as-needed) patient visits during evening hours. This role bridges gaps in the visit schedule — covering call-offs, urgent patient needs, and same-day requests — while triaging incoming clinical calls and routing them appropriately under RN and Medical Director oversight.
Key Responsibilities Answer and triage incoming clinical calls from patients, families, and caregivers during business hours Assess symptoms/concerns by phone and determine urgency; escalate to the on-call RN, Case Manager, or Medical Director as needed Perform PRN visits, including but not limited to: symptom management, wound care, medication administration, vital signs, and general nursing assessment Cover unplanned visit gaps (RN/LVN call-offs, same-day admission needs, urgent family requests) Document all calls and visits accurately and timely in the EMR per agency policy Communicate visit findings and care plan updates to the primary Case Manager/RN Coordinate with scheduling/intake staff on same-day visit assignments Maintain compliance with hospice regulations, infection control standards, and agency policies
Active LVN license in good standing Minimum 1–2 years clinical experience; hospice or home health experience strongly preferred Comfortable with phone-based triage and independent field visits Reliable transportation; valid driver's license and auto insurance Strong communication and prioritization skills — this role requires shifting between phone coverage and field visits throughout the day Physical Requirements Ability to travel to patient homes/facilities within the service area Ability to lift/carry supplies (up to ~25 lbs) and perform hands-on nursing care
Requires an active, unrestricted LVN license in California and 1-2 years of clinical experience, preferably in hospice or home health. Candidates must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform hands-on nursing care.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.
