On Call LVN (7 on 7 off)

On Call LVN (7 on 7 off)

Field Staff - Chico, CA 95973

Overview

Salary Range $33.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice On-Call Nurse to join our team at Butte Home Health & Hospice. As an on-call nurse you are working under the guidance of the Triage (Tele) Registered Nurse who will determine when visits are needed. As an on-call nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to patients and their families during non-business hours. This position requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide timely response and assistance in urgent situations.

Details

Job Type: Full Time On-Call Schedule: 7 days on, 7 Days off (Monday-Sunday) Hours: 5:30pm-8:30am Wages: Night standard rate: $232.50 + Hourly Hourly: $ 30- $35 Hourly

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary visit nurse for home health & hospice patients and their families during nonbusiness hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Conduct in-person visits and assessments as needed, addressing symptom management, pain control, and emotional support. Visits average around 2 per evening. A candidate wishing to get more evening hours may work with coordinators to schedule planned PRNs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of care during on-call hours.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Document all patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families during difficult times.

Qualifications:

• Valid nursing license in California and current CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice, palliative care, or a similar setting.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of symptom management and pain control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care and support.
• Ability to make sound decisions and respond effectively in urgent and critical situations.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and basic computer skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature, with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of patients and families.

Benefits included:

• Medical: Blue shield PPO
• Dental: Humana
• Life Insurance: Humana
• Vision Insurance: MEC through Blue Shield
• 401k with 4% matching
• Pension Plan: Profit Sharing Plan

Reasons to Choose Butte:

• We are local, nonprofit and free standing
• We have a 99% employee satisfaction rate on our great places to work survey for 2023
• Voted Great Places to Work 3 years in a row
• We are fair and have realistic expectations
• Our office supports our Nurses and values their family or free time
• We are constantly striving to improve based on suggestions directly from our staff
• We provide Education opportunities
• We have a wellness program to encourage healthy happy behaviors