Hospice LVN- Part time or

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Are you looking for a career where the work you do truly matters — where you can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives every day?

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Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe that when we take care of our team, they can provide the best care to our patients — that’s why we invest in your well-being, growth, and success: Your happiness is our happiness — we offer the following benefits for full-time positions:

• Dynamic, team-oriented work environment
• Strong, supportive company culture
• Growth and development opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement at current federal rate
• Company vehicle when eligible
• PTO, paid holidays, and sick days
• 401(k)
• And more!

Compassionate Care currently has six office locations (Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, San Luis Obispo, and Bakersfield) and serves ten counties in California (Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Kern, and San Luis Obispo). - and we continue to grow, creating even more opportunities for our team to grow with us.
We are grounded in a culture of respect, compassion, and clinical excellence, recognizing that our employees are the heart of everything we do. Our team stays because they feel supported, valued, and fulfilled by the meaningful impact they make in our patients’ lives every day.
We are seeking career-driven professionals who want stability, growth, and advancement based on merit and performance. Our diverse team reflects the communities we serve and shares a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care with heart.

Join a team where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day.

Position
We are currently seeking to fill the  Hospice LVN – North Valley & Surrounding Areas  

 
We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Hospice LVN to join our team and provide high-quality, patient-centered care to patients and their families throughout the community.

Service Area:
North Valley, Modesto, Merced, Los Banos, and surrounding areas

Schedules:

• Part-Time: One day per week, with Saturday and Sunday coverage required.
• Full-Time: Three days per week, with Saturday and Sunday coverage required.

Compensation:
$30–$35 per hour, negotiable based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of hospice experience required
• Active California LVN license
• Strong clinical skills and a compassionate approach to patient care
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary hospice team

  About the Position
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.  Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. The LVN will work with other colleagues and under the guidance of the DPCS. 

 
JOB DESCRIPTION and RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization’s quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job; The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

 
Experience and Desirable Traits:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program. 
• One year of nursing experience; three years preferred. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Sensitivity to patient needs with the ability to express patience and compassion in dealing with them.
• Currently licensed as an LPN//LVN in California
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Strong commitment to providing the highest quality care.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Understand the philosophy of the hospice concept. Also understands the needs of the terminally ill. 
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Positive, “can-do” attitude.
• Confidence and creative problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and availability for schedules to include hours outside of standard work week, possible weekend hours. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
2. Has three (3) years nursing experience.  Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
3. Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.

Compassionate Care was established in 2003 in Fresno County and has grown into one of California’s most trusted providers of Home Health, Hospice, and In-Home Care services. We are honored to bring compassionate, high-quality care that offers comfort, dignity, and support to the patients and families we serve.

Our team of experienced professionals provides medical, comfort, rehabilitative, and personal care with clinical excellence and genuine compassion. Guided by strong training and a deep heart for service, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in every home we enter.

Join our team and help us make a difference every day—in every patient, every home, and every heart.

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