Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:Mileage ReimbursementFlexible scheduleTraining & developmentAbout the Role: Aura One Hospice is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team in Palm Desert, CA. In this meaningful role, you'll provide expert clinical care and emotional support to patients and families during life's most important moments. If you're passionate about end-of-life care and making a real difference, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: 1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care. 2. lmplements 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/med ications. 8. Participates in personal, professionalgrowth 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. Requirements: 1. Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program. 2. Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred. 3. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in California. 4. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice. 5. Demonstrates good verbaland written communication, and organization skills. 6. 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. 7. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. 8. Understands philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill. About Us: Aura One Hospice is a trusted provider of compassionate end-of-life care serving the Palm Desert, CA community and surrounding areas. We are committed to honoring the dignity of every patient by delivering personalized, high-quality hospice services that bring comfort and peace to patients and their families. Our team is driven by heart, supported by strong clinical leadership, and united by a shared mission to make every moment matter. Flexible work from home options available.