Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Hospice (San Diego)
Bounty Amount: $2,900 - 3,500
Company Name: Mission Healthcare
Role Type: Full-Time w/ Travel (Day Shift & Night Shift Available)
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary / Hourly Rate: $29 - 35hour (Depending on Experience)
Benefits: Flexible scheduling, Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), Mileage reimbursement, 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance
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Responsibilities: Patient Care & Symptom ManagementProvide direct hospice nursing care as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act.Implement nursing interventions, symptom relief, and pain management strategies.Assess patient needs, response to treatments, and medication effectiveness., Provide direct hospice nursing care as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act., Implement nursing interventions, symptom relief, and pain management strategies., Assess patient needs, response to treatments, and medication effectiveness., Patient & Family EducationEducate patients and families on hospice philosophy, symptom management, and self-care techniques.Provide emotional and psychological support to families throughout the hospice journey., Educate patients and families on hospice philosophy, symptom management, and self-care techniques., Provide emotional and psychological support to families throughout the hospice journey., Collaboration & CoordinationWork with an interdisciplinary hospice team, including physicians, RNs, social workers, and chaplains.Participate in team meetings to ensure patient-centered care and continuous care plan adjustments., Work with an interdisciplinary hospice team, including physicians, RNs, social workers, and chaplains., Participate in team meetings to ensure patient-centered care and continuous care plan adjustments., Documentation & ComplianceMaintain accurate and timely clinical records that reflect the plan of care and patient condition.Adhere to state licensure, hospice policies, and professional nursing standards., Maintain accurate and timely clinical records that reflect the plan of care and patient condition., Adhere to state licensure, hospice policies, and professional nursing standards.
Qualifications: Compassionate & Patient-Focused – Dedicated to providing dignified end-of-life care.Detail-Oriented – Ensures precise documentation and symptom monitoring.Strong Communicator – Effectively collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams.Resilient & Emotionally Strong – Capable of supporting patients and families during difficult times., Compassionate & Patient-Focused – Dedicated to providing dignified end-of-life care., Detail-Oriented – Ensures precise documentation and symptom monitoring., Strong Communicator – Effectively collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams., Resilient & Emotionally Strong – Capable of supporting patients and families during difficult times., Knowledge of hospice care principles and pain management techniques.Ability to recognize and manage changes in patient conditions.Experience working with terminally ill patients and providing emotional support.Proficiency in completing medical documentation and following hospice protocols., Knowledge of hospice care principles and pain management techniques., Ability to recognize and manage changes in patient conditions., Experience working with terminally ill patients and providing emotional support., Proficiency in completing medical documentation and following hospice protocols., Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse or Vocational Nursing program.Licensure: Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in California.Certifications: Current CPR certification required.Experience:Minimum three years of nursing experience (Community/home health or hospice preferred).Familiarity with hospice philosophy and end-of-life patient needs.Other Requirements:Valid driver’s license with an insured and reliable vehicle.Ability to meet physical demands, including prolonged standing and assisting with patient mobility., Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse or Vocational Nursing program., Licensure: Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in California., Certifications: Current CPR certification required., Experience:Minimum three years of nursing experience (Community/home health or hospice preferred).Familiarity with hospice philosophy and end-of-life patient needs., Minimum three years of nursing experience (Community/home health or hospice preferred)., Familiarity with hospice philosophy and end-of-life patient needs., Other Requirements:Valid driver’s license with an insured and reliable vehicle.Ability to meet physical demands, including prolonged standing and assisting with patient mobility., Valid driver’s license with an insured and reliable vehicle., Ability to meet physical demands, including prolonged standing and assisting with patient mobility.
Minimum Requirements: Does the candidate currently have work authorization in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future?,Does the candidate meet all minimum certification and licensure requirements for this role, including an active [Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California] and current [CPR certification]?
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Interview Process: Step 1: Initial phone screening to review qualifications.Step 2: Virtual or in-person interview with the hiring manager or clinical leadership.Step 3: Final interview and job offer.
Day to day: Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in their homes., Monitor patient conditions, manage pain relief treatments, and administer medications., Support family members and caregivers in understanding hospice processes., Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with hospice care standards., Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care., Work either day shift or night shift as scheduled.
Challenges: Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in their homes., Monitor patient conditions, manage pain relief treatments, and administer medications., Support family members and caregivers in understanding hospice processes., Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with hospice care standards., Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care., Work either day shift or night shift as scheduled.
Reporting Structure: Reports to: Hospice RN Case Manager / Clinical Manager
Team: Works alongside registered nurses (RNs), social workers, chaplains, and caregivers to provide comprehensive hospice care., Operates independently while following structured care plans and team recommendations.
Growth: This role provides significant career development opportunities in hospice and palliative care. LVNs can advance into Hospice RN roles, leadership positions, or specialized end-of-life care certifications. Mission Healthcare supports continuing education, mentorship programs, and leadership training for dedicated professionals.
Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate has experience in hospice or end-of-life care, is compassionate, and possesses strong patient advocacy skills. They should be able to provide emotional support, work autonomously, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive the best possible care. Strong clinical skills, resilience, and adaptability are essential for success in this role.
Companies to source from: VITAS Healthcare – https://www.vitas.com/, Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care – https://www.seasons.org/, Gentiva Hospice – https://www.gentivahs.com/, Amedisys Hospice – https://www.amedisys.com/, Compassus Hospice & Palliative Care – https://www.compassus.com/, AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care – https://www.accentcare.com/, Bristol Hospice – https://bristolhospice.com/, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice – https://www.ehab.com/, Continuum Care Hospice – https://www.continuumhospice.com/, Scripps Hospice (affiliated with Scripps Health) – https://www.scripps.org/, Sharp HospiceCare – https://www.sharp.com/services/hospice/, Providence Hospice – https://www.providence.org/, Elizabeth Hospice – https://elizabethhospice.org/, HealthSure Hospice – https://www.healthsurehospice.com/, AccentCare Home Health & Hospice – https://www.accentcare.com/
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