Ambulatory Care LVN TEMP - Telecommute

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

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.

Role Scope: The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) supports the delivery of high-quality, participant-centered nursing care across Habitat Health's PACE care setting at our South LA PACE Center. Working within scope of practice and in partnership with Registered Nurses, providers, and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), the LVN provides direct nursing care, monitors participant health status, supports care plan interventions, and coordinates services that promote continuity of care. Through sound clinical judgment, proactive communication, and compassionate engagement, the LVN contributes to participant safety, quality outcomes, independence, and overall well-being.

Provides direct nursing care and treatments within scope of practice and under appropriate clinical direction, including medication administration, injections, vital sign monitoring, wound care, and other ordered interventions.

Conducts participant triage, nursing observations, and assigned assessments using established clinical protocols, escalating acute needs, changes in condition, and other clinical concerns to the RN or provider as appropriate.

Implements individualized care plan interventions and supports chronic disease management, intake activities, and ongoing participant care in partnership with Registered Nurses, providers, and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).

Coordinates participant care and transitions across the clinic, day center, home, external providers, and other care settings to promote continuity and timely access to services.

Partners with participants, caregivers, RN Case Managers, providers, therapists, social workers, and other members of the IDT to communicate participant needs, integrate participant preferences, and support coordinated care planning and delivery.

Provides participant and caregiver education on medications, nutrition, hygiene, chronic condition management, and other health needs while supporting participant autonomy, informed decision-making, and safety.

Builds therapeutic relationships with participants through compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive care that promotes engagement, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), including participant assessments, interventions, responses to treatment, and changes in health status.

Contributes to quality, safety, infection prevention, and continuous improvement initiatives by following established clinical protocols and identifying opportunities to strengthen participant outcomes, documentation, workflows, and care delivery.

Completion of an accredited vocational or practical nursing program, or equivalent nursing education required for licensure in the applicable state.

Active, unrestricted Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, as applicable to the state of practice.

Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience, preferably supporting older adults, frail elderly populations, or individuals with complex medical and functional needs.

Demonstrated ability to provide direct nursing care, recognize and communicate changes in participant condition, and appropriately escalate clinical concerns within scope of practice.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage participants, caregivers, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated, participant-centered care.

Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) and the ability to quickly learn clinical documentation and other organizational systems.

Demonstrated ability to work across care settings, including the clinic, PACE center, participant homes, and community settings, based on participant and operational needs.

Proof of a valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation, and automobile insurance that meets applicable state requirements, with the ability to travel throughout the service area.

Meets all applicable participant-facing health requirements, including required communicable disease screening, TB clearance, and immunizations.

Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.

Experience working within PACE, geriatrics, home health, adult day health, or other integrated or value-based care environments, including experience with interdisciplinary care models.

Geriatric certification, specialized training in the care of older adults, and/or bilingual skills reflective of the communities we serve.

The following statements describe the general nature of work and physical expectations common across roles at Habitat Health. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work in healthcare, administrative, community, or remote environments, depending on role needs.

Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, team members, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and through electronic systems.

Operate standard office equipment and/or clinical tools (e.g., computers, phones, medical devices, documentation systems).

Travel between work sites or community locations as needed.

Follow safety procedures, infection control protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically up to 2550 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids, depending on job duties and role responsibilities.

Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 5% and may be eligible for additional incentive compensation, as applicable. In addition, this position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and company paid holidays.

Employment with Habitat Health is at-will. Nothing in this job posting or any other company document is intended to create a contract of employment, express or implied, or to alter the at-will nature of employment.

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

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