Summary
Location
San Diego
Salary
$0k - $0k
Type
part-time
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About this role
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At Cabrillo Hospice, we were founded with a simple purpose: to serve. But we do more than provide health care. We build meaningful relationships with each patient and family, honoring the journey of their lives. This approach not only ensures exceptional care but also empowers our team to make a lasting impact.
We are committed to cultivating a culture that prioritizes our people. At Cabrillo, we invest in our greatest asset: our team members. Through structured development pathways, we help each professional grow, thrive, and succeed, because excellence begins with our people.
Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN)
Reports To: Director of Patient Care Services
Schedule: Thursday – Saturday, Day and Graveyard available
About the Role
As a Licensed Vocational Nurse at Cabrillo Hospice, you will provide compassionate, direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will follow individualized care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver direct patient care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act.
Implement nursing practices based on comprehensive patient assessments and care plans.
Document patient care accurately and promptly.
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, and self-care.
Coordinate with hospice services, including aides, OT, PT, MSW, ST, dietitians, and supervisors.
Use equipment and supplies efficiently and effectively.
Manage pain and other symptoms, evaluating patient responses to treatments and medications.
Participate in personal and professional growth, quality improvement initiatives, and team development.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising registered nurse.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
Minimum of 3 years nursing experience; hospice, community health, or medical/surgical experience preferred.
Current LPN/LVN license in the state.
Committed to professional standards and nursing best practices.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license with insured, reliable vehicle.
Current CPR certification.
Understanding of hospice philosophy and the needs of terminally ill patients.
Why Join Cabrillo Hospice?
At Cabrillo, you’re not just joining a workplace, you’re joining a family that values compassion, excellence, and professional growth. We provide meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the chance to make a lasting impact every day.
Other facts
About Cabrillo Hospice
Cabrillo Hospice is a veteran-owned organization that was founded with the vision to serve as many people in as many places as possible. We believe through this service, we can change the world. Specializing in a care model that is focused on service over profit, we seek to be the leaders of the modern hospice movement.
In order to be the leaders of the modern hospice movement, Cabrillo Hospice chooses to invest in our team. We believe this creates the real difference in our patients lives and our very own. The Cabrillo Initiative is a platform that creates opportunity for each member of our team. We invest in Cabrillo professionals individually by creating personalized career development and education avenues for growth. Changing the world begins with us.
Beginning in Southern California, Cabrillo envisions a growth plan that brings care to those hardest to reach and most marginalized by society. We accept patients regardless of their ability to pay. It is our vision that separates us and it will be our care that defines us.
What you'll do
- As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, following individualized care plans and administering treatments. You will also document patient care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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