Licensed Vocational Nurse- Private Duty-Playa Vista

Description

Private Duty Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Vitale Nursing, Inc. – Beverly Hills, Bel-Air, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades

Vitale Nursing, Inc. is seeking compassionate, skilled, and professional Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to join our concierge-level home health team. Our LVNs provide direct, one-on-one patient care in private homes and recovery settings, ensuring the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and compassion.

LVN Needed for Meaningful Long-Term Care Role | VIP Client in Playa Vista

Are you the kind of nurse who believes that exceptional care starts with patience, compassion, and genuine human connection?

Vitale Nursing is seeking a dedicated LVN to join the care team for a wonderful VIP female client in Playa Vista. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of one individual while building a lasting relationship with both the client and her family.

Our client has lived with autism and epilepsy throughout her life and is now navigating moderate to advanced Alzheimer's disease. She is kind, engaging, and benefits from consistency, structure, and caregivers who approach each day with empathy and understanding.

She remains active in her routine, attending physical therapy 2-3 times per week and participating in the OPICA adult day program twice weekly. She ambulates with a walker and requires hands-on assistance for mobility and daily activities.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an LVN who:

• Has experience caring for clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
• Is compassionate, patient, and calm under pressure
• Appreciates the importance of consistency and relationship-building
• Provides care with dignity, respect, and warmth
• Is dependable and committed to a long-term assignment

Schedule

Sunday through Wednesday
12-hour daytime shifts
Ongoing, long-term opportunity

Why This Case Is Special

This is more than a nursing assignment. It is an opportunity to become an important part of a client's daily life, helping her maintain comfort, routine, safety, and the highest possible quality of life. We are looking for someone who will bring not only clinical skill, but also kindness, companionship, and heart to every shift.

If you are an LVN who finds fulfillment in providing truly personalized care and building meaningful connections, we would love to hear from you.

Join a team that values exceptional nursing, continuity of care, and treating every client like family.

Position Overview

As a Private Duty LVN, you will:

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in private residences or hotel recovery suites
  
• Assist patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support
  
• Administer and oversee medication management , including reminders, administration (within LVN scope), and monitoring for safety and effectiveness
  
• Provide post-operative care, wound care, and recovery support under RN or physician guidance
  
• Assist with long-term in-home assignments and palliative care patients
  
• Monitor vital signs, patient status, and promptly report changes to supervising RN or physician
  
• Conduct documentation in compliance with Vitale Nursing, Inc. standards and state requirements
  

Assignments are available in Beverly Hills, Bel-Air, Brentwood, Santa Monica, and Pacific Palisades .

Preferred Clinical Experience

• IV therapy and blood draws (if certified)
  
• Post-operative recovery and wound care
  
• G-tube and stroke patient support
  
• Tracheostomy and ventilator care (experience strongly preferred)
  
• Medication administration and monitoring
  
• Hospice and palliative care support
• ICU and or ER experience preferred.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Valid California LVN License
  
• Current BLS Certification (ACLS preferred)
  
• Reliable transportation
  
• Strong communication and clinical skills
  
• Professional, punctual, and trustworthy demeanor
  
• Three professional references
  
• Proof of Malpractice Insurance
  
• Successful completion of a background check
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $45 – $50 per hour
  
• Employment Types: Full-time & Part-time available
  
• Shifts: Day and Night shifts
  
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, with weekend opportunities as needed
  

Full-Time Employee Benefits Only:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  
• Paid ongoing training and professional development
  
• Referral bonuses and performance incentives
  

Required Documentation

• Valid California LVN license
  
• Two forms of identification (Driver’s License/Passport and Social Security card)
  
• Signed employee agreement (provided during hiring)
  
• Completed application (provided during hiring)
  
• Physical exam and TB test (within 1 year)
  
• Current CPR/BLS certification
  
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster (or plan to obtain)
  
• Proof of Malpractice Insurance
  

Why Work With Vitale Nursing, Inc.?

• Concierge-level nursing with a focus on personalized, private duty care
  
• Flexible scheduling with competitive pay
  
• Bi-weekly direct deposit
  
• Opportunities for career advancement (many staff progress to RN, NP, and PT roles)
  
• Supportive, inclusive, and professional work environment
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vitale Nursing, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.