Santa Clara County | Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

DEPARTMENT: Operations
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time / Per Diem

ABOUT US

Care Indeed delivers high-quality in-home senior care throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 2010 by two care professionals, we have grown to over 700 employees dedicated to compassionate, reliable, and innovative care.

For over 15 years, Care Indeed has supported seniors and families with personalized in-home care, memory care, skilled nursing, and 24/7 services that promote independence, dignity, and quality of life. We have served more than 5,000 clients, completed over 10,000 care shifts, and partnered with 100+ healthcare facilities across the region, demonstrating our community impact.

Our caregivers and clinical staff deliver exceptional care daily, supporting each other within a culture of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.

We're proud to be recognized as:

• One of Fortune's Best Workplaces in Aging Services
• A San Francisco Chronicle Top Workplace
• A Best of Home Care - Employer of Choice and Leader in Experience

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Care Indeed delivers skilled, patient-centered nursing care across home and community-based settings. Working in close collaboration with Registered Nurses and the interdisciplinary care team, LVNs apply sound clinical judgment to support curative, rehabilitative, palliative, and preventative care goals.

This role requires a high degree of professional independence, clear and timely communication, and rigorous, compliant documentation. Within their defined scope of practice, LVNs make real-time clinical decisions that directly influence patient outcomes while building trusted, enduring relationships with clients and families. Care Indeed is committed to a culture that prioritizes teamwork, continuous professional development, and the overall well-being and success of every nurse on the care team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver skilled nursing care in home and community settings in partnership with the RN and interdisciplinary care team
• Use clinical judgment to carry out the plan of care and support curative, rehabilitative, palliative, and preventative treatment goals
• Observe, assess, document, and report patient status, including physical condition, mental status, symptoms, responses to treatment, safety concerns, and changes in condition using clear clinical terminology
• Support patients in self-care, mobility, body mechanics, and rehabilitation activities aligned with the medical care plan
• Recognize social, emotional, and environmental factors that influence patient well-being and provide care that promotes comfort, dignity, and safety
• Participate in care planning, team conferences, and ongoing learning that strengthen clinical skills and teamwork
• Complete accurate clinical and progress notes weekly, and as needed, using EMR systems such as WellSky through mobile or tablet platforms
• Provide clinical guidance and task delegation to Home Health Aides (HHAs) and Home Care Aides (HCAs) in alignment with the care plan and under RN oversight

TREATMENTS & PROCEDURES

LVNs may perform treatments and procedures allowed by the California scope of practice and Care Indeed clinical policy.

Advanced LVN: An LVN with documented competency validation, additional training, and agency authorization to perform higher-skill procedures.

Advanced LVNs may:

• Administer medications
• Flush peripheral lines with saline or heparin
• Inspect sites, change dressings, and remove peripheral IV catheters
• Calculate and adjust IV flow rates
• Assist the RN with blood checks and related procedures

JOB CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Active California LVN license and current CPR certification
• Ability to work independently in client homes and facilities and make real-time clinical decisions within the scope of practice
• Proficiency in spoken and written English for documentation and care coordination, with a commitment to communicating with clients in the language that supports their comfort and understanding whenever possible
• Experience with electronic medical records, including systems such as WellSky, using mobile or tablet devices for timely, compliant documentation
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between client locations
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform essential nursing duties in varied environments
• Successful completion of Live Scan fingerprint background clearance is required prior to employment.

CPR PROVISION (Two-Week Window Option)

A valid American Heart Association CPR certification is required. Candidates may be hired before obtaining it, but must secure certification within two weeks of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Proof must be submitted to the supervisor within the deadline.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION MAINTENANCE


Required licensure/certification/registration must be maintained throughout employment. Proof of current, valid credentials must be provided upon request.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & CARE SETTINGS

Care is provided in diverse settings, including private homes, assisted or independent living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, and involves close, direct interaction with clients. This role may include exposure to blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials. It may require responding appropriately to urgent or emergencies in accordance with training and agency protocols. Some assignments may require local travel.

WORK SCHEDULE

Work schedules vary based on client needs and may include short or extended shifts, as well as day, evening, weekend, or holiday assignments.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Care Indeed, we believe exceptional care begins with investing in the people who deliver it. We are committed to fostering a high-performance, values-driven environment where team members are supported, recognized, and empowered to excel.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive, market-informed compensation aligned to role, level, location, and experience
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with applicable law
• Maternity leave is supported through short-term disability and baby-bonding benefits

Growth & Development

• Paid training and structured, ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to deepen skills across both in-home and facility-based care settings

Flexibility & Rewards

• Flexible scheduling across in-home and facility-based assignments
• Same-day pay options for eligible shifts
• Employee recognition programs and LifeMart employee discounts

Culture & Impact

• A mission-driven organization grounded in compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence
• A workplace consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Aging Services

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION

Care Indeed is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and value diversity in our workforce, just as the clients and families we serve are diverse.

Care Indeed provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with federal, state, and local law.


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