Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in-home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants' homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission-driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms.

We are looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our interdisciplinary team at our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) center. The LVN plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care to our participants—primarily frail seniors—within the day center and clinic setting. Under the supervision of an RN, the LVN provides nursing care, assists with clinic operations, performs triage, and supports health and wellness activities while contributing to our engagement-focused care environment that supports both participant outcomes and organizational sustainability.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and treatments to PACE participants as directed by the RN and/or physician
• Administer medications and injections, monitor vital signs, and observe participant health status
• Conduct triage of participants presenting with acute or urgent needs, using standardized protocols to prioritize care and alert the RN or provider as needed
• Perform assessments and document participant conditions, responses to treatments, and changes in health status
• Assist with intake evaluations, wound care, and chronic disease management under clinical protocols
• Implement care plan interventions with attention to both clinical outcomes and participant engagement
• Support the management of participant caseloads in collaboration with RN Case Managers
• Coordinate care transitions between home, day center, and other care settings
• Support infection control and safety protocols in the clinic and day center environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR)
• Document participant assessments, interventions, and responses according to established protocols
• Ensure all nursing documentation supports eligibility criteria and demonstrates medical necessity
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives related to documentation excellence
• Adhere to all PACE regulations, policies, and procedures while maintaining participant dignity

• Contribute to Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) approach, assisting with participant assessments, care delivery, and communication with other team members as well as to quality improvement activities
• Collaborate effectively with RNCMs, physicians, therapists, social workers, and other team members
• Support the integration of participant preferences into the clinical care approach
• Facilitate communication between participants, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team
• Contribute to care plan development and implementation from a nursing perspective
• Coordinate care with external providers and services as needed (e.g., specialty appointments, DME vendors)

• Build therapeutic relationships with participants that support both clinical outcomes and quality of life
• Implement engagement strategies that enhance participant well-being
• Educate participants and caregivers on medication management, nutrition, hygiene, and other health topics
• Support participant autonomy and decision-making while addressing safety considerations
• Contribute to a culture of compassionate, person-centered care across all interactions

Qualifications:

• Current California LVN license in good standing
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics, home health, or adult day health care
• CPR/BLS certification required
• Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Compassionate, respectful, and committed to the care of older adults
• Ability to work in various care settings (clinic, day center, participant homes)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice
• Ability to lead with influence, especially for cross-functional roles

Nice to have:

• Previous PACE program experience
• Geriatric certification or specialized training
• Experience with interdisciplinary team models
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Cantonese, Tagalog)
• Familiarity with value-based care models

Compensation:

We take into account an individual's qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The expected salary range for this position is $29 - $33 per hour and is a bonus-eligible position. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19:

To help maintain a safe environment for our participants and team members, Habitat Health maintains vaccination and infection control policies applicable to certain roles and work locations. For COVID-19 and influenza, team members who are working in a participant care setting are required to provide either proof of vaccination or a signed declination form and comply with applicable masking requirements while in a care setting to the extent permitted by law in the applicable jurisdiction.

Habitat Health will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on an applicant's disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance in accordance with applicable law.

As a condition of employment, team members are expected to comply with all applicable infection control protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and vaccination requirements associated with their role and work location, and to the extent required by law and as permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Inclusion:

Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. Employment decisions at Habitat Health are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Habitat Health is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with applicable law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with religious beliefs, practices, or observances that require accommodation.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or receive other employment benefits and privileges, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed.

E-Verify Participation Notice:

Habitat Health participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization to work, Habitat Health will provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and/or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken, including termination of employment.

E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed the Form I-9 and to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Habitat Health complies with all federal and state employment eligibility verification requirements.

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