LVN - Private Duty Nurse

Orange County, CA

Pay: $33-$35 per hour

Join Maxim Healthcare Services and make a difference one patient at a time.

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking compassionate and skilled Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide one-on-one private duty nursing care for pediatric and adult patients throughout Orange County. We are actively recruiting nurses with tracheostomy and ventilator experience, and pediatric experience is highly preferred.

We have multiple cases available with flexible scheduling, including:

• Days
• Afternoons
• Overnights
• Weekends
• Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care in the home setting and want to work with medically fragile patients, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Darlene E. directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care using the nursing process.
• Provide skilled nursing care to patients with tracheostomies, ventilators, feeding tubes, and other specialized medical needs.
• Monitor and document patient status, identifying changes in physical or psychosocial condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Collaborate with family members, caregivers, and the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and care plans.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in patient condition.

Qualifications

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current Health Certificate (if applicable).
• Current TB/PPD clearance.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Pediatric home care experience is a plus.
• Trach and ventilator experience is required. Candidates interested in caring for tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients must successfully complete a Trach and Vent Skills Assessment administered by an RN Clinical Supervisor. Clearance is required prior to assignment with high-acuity patients.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home care environment.

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program


Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits


Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.