Job Information
BrightSpring Health Services LVN / Licensed Vocational Nurse - Hospice Runner in SAN DIEGO, California
Our Company
Apreva Hospice
Overview
The Hospice Runner Nurse plays a crucial role in delivering direct care to patients in various settings. This role requires a skilled nurse with experience in hospice and community health, who is flexible and capable of managing patient visits as needed across different locations. The Runner Nurse is responsible for responding to urgent care needs, performing assessments, and providing hands-on care during visits. This position works closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective care coordination and to facilitate smooth transitions for patients as their care needs evolve.
Schedule:Saturday & Sunday, 7:45 am - 4:15 pm
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical and dental coverage
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k) program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vendor discounts
If you're a compassionate, skilled nurse looking to make a direct impact on patients' lives, this role offers the opportunity to provide meaningful care in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care to hospice patients, including appropriate pain/symptom management
Implement nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and plan of care
Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education
Participate in coordination of hospice services
Provide appropriate pain/symptom management and evaluate patient response to treatments/medications
Participate in professional growth and development opportunities and quality assessment activities
Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program with current licensure to practice in state of operation
Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is
preferred
Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care
Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
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.
- Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
About our Line of Business
At Apreva Hospice, we are committed to bringing the highest level of patient care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients. Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care, from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals. For more information about Apreva Hospice, please visitwww.aprevahospice.com. Follow us onLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/apreva-hospice/) andFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/aprevahospice) .
Salary Range
USD $32.00 - $36.00 / Hour
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Job LocationsUS-CA-SAN DIEGO
ID 2025-161610
Line of Business Apreva Hospice
Position Type Part-Time
Pay Min USD $32.00/Hr.
Pay Max USD $36.00/Hr.