Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse at Caring Hand… · Petaluma

Company: Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc. Position Type: Per Diem Work Arrangement: Field-Based – Patient Homes Compensation: $45–$55 per visit

Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc. is committed to providing high-quality, multidisciplinary care that helps patients achieve the highest possible level of independence in their daily activities. We recognize the importance of comprehensive patient care, individualized plans of care, and collaboration among healthcare professionals, patients, and families.

We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). In this role, you will implement the established plan of care, provide prescribed treatments, document patient care accurately, educate patients and caregivers, and assist with specialized procedures as directed.

You will also collaborate with the RN, Clinical Supervisor, and other healthcare professionals to identify additional patient needs and support coordinated home health services. The ideal candidate is organized, communicates effectively, follows professional nursing standards, and is committed to providing safe, patient-centered care.

If you are passionate about helping patients and families manage their healthcare needs in the comfort of their homes, we encourage you to join our team.

Note: This is a field-based, per-diem position requiring travel to patients’ homes. Although the position may be listed as “remote” on some platforms, it is not a work-from-home or telehealth position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the scope of practice established by the California Nurse Practice Act and under RN supervision.

• Implement the plan of care established by the Registered Nurse.

• Provide accurate, complete, and timely documentation consistent with the established plan of care.

• Assess patient and family or caregiver education needs and provide information relevant to the patient's diagnosis and plan of care.

• Assist the RN or physician with specialized procedures and duties, including preparing equipment and materials for treatments.

• Follow appropriate aseptic techniques when required.

• Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.

• Communicate identified patient needs for additional home health services, including Home Health Aide (HHA), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Medical Social Work (MSW), Speech Therapy (ST), and dietary services, to the RN or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.

• Use equipment and supplies effectively, safely, and efficiently.

• Maintain professional nursing standards and participate in personal and professional development.

• Perform other duties assigned by the Registered Nurse.

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing or vocational nursing program.

• Current, active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.

• At least three years of nursing experience, including at least one year of prior professional nursing experience in community/home health or a medical-surgical setting.

• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Good organizational skills and the ability to coordinate patient care responsibilities.

• Commitment to accepted professional nursing standards and practices.

• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle in good working order, insured according to state and organizational requirements.

• Ability to travel to patients’ homes and work under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

• Flexible Schedule

• Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested

• Paid Sick Days

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Skills Training & Development

• Company Social Events

• Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits

• Referral Bonus