Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
28 days ago
Compton
Job Description:\n\n 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. \n Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults. To learn more, visit www.habitathealth.com.\n\nRole 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. \nCore Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role \n\n 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. \n 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. \n 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). \n 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. \n 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. \n 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. \n Builds therapeutic relationships with participants through compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive care that promotes engagement, dignity, independence, and quality of life. \n 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. \n 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. \n Performs other related duties as assigned. \n\nRequired Qualifications: \n\n Completion of an accredited vocational or practical nursing program, or equivalent nursing education required for licensure in the applicable state. \n Active, unrestricted Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, as applicable to the state of practice. \n Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience, preferably supporting older adults, frail elderly populations, or individuals with complex medical and functional needs. \n Demonstrated ability to provide direct nursing care, recognize and communicate changes in participant condition, and appropriately escalate clinical concerns within scope of practice. \n Demonstrated ability to apply established clinical protocols while exercising sound judgment and maintaining participant safety, dignity, and preferences. \n Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage participants, caregivers, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated, participant-centered care. \n Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clinical priorities while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring timely follow-through. \n Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) and the ability to quickly learn clinical documentation and other organizational systems. \n Demonstrated ability to work across care settings, including the clinic, PACE center, participant homes, and community settings, based on participant and operational needs. \n Active CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire. \n 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. \n Meets all applicable participant-facing health requirements, including required communicable disease screening, TB clearance, and immunizations. \n Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice \n Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement \n Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions. \n Acts with integrity and ownership, considering the broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results. \n\nNice to have: \n\n Experience working within PACE, geriatrics, home health, adult day health, or other integrated or value-based care environments, including experience with interdisciplinary care models. \n Geriatric certification, specialized training in the care of older adults, and/or bilingual skills reflective of the communities we serve. \n\nEssential Functions & Physical Requirements \nThe following statements describe the general nature of work and physical expectations common across roles at Habitat Health. Specific responsibilities may vary by position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. \nTeam members in this role may be expected to: \n\n Work in healthcare, administrative, community, or remote environments, depending on role needs. \n Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, team members, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and through electronic systems. \n Remain stationary and/or move about for extended periods, consistent with job duties. \n Operate standard office equipment and/or clinical tools (e.g., computers, phones, medical devices, documentation systems). \n Travel between work sites or community locations as needed. \n Follow safety procedures, infection control protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required. \n Perform tasks that may involve bending, reaching, lifting, or assisting participants, depending on role responsibilities. \n Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically up to 25–50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids, depending on job duties and role responsibilities. \n\nCompensation: 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. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs. 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; a 401(k) savings plan that includes a match; paid time off; and company paid holidays. \nAt-Will Employment : Employment with Habitat Health is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable law. 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. \nAny written or oral statements to the contrary are not authorized unless made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the Company. \n\n Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19\n 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. \n 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. \n As a condition of employment, team members are expected to comply with all applicable infection control protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and vaccination requirements associated with their role and work location, and to the extent required by law and as permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. \n Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Inclusion\n Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. Employment decisions at Habitat Health are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. \n Habitat Health is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with applicable law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with religious beliefs, practices, or observances that require accommodation. \n If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or receive other employment benefits and privileges, please contact us at careers@habitathealth.com. \n We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed. \n E-Verify Participation Notice \n Habitat Health participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States. \n If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization to work, Habitat Health will provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and/or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken, including termination of employment. \n E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed the Form I-9 and to the extent permitted by applicable law. \n Habitat Health complies with all federal and state employment eligibility verification requirements. \n Beware of Scams and Fraud \n Habitat Health is committed to protecting job seekers from recruitment scams. Please ensure that you submit applications only through Habitat Health's official careers website or authorized job boards. \n Official communications from Habitat Health recruiters and team members will come from email addresses ending in @habitathealth.com. Habitat Health will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment, or provide sensitive financial information as part of the recruiting or hiring process. \n If you receive suspicious communications claiming to represent Habitat Health, we encourage you to exercise caution and independently verify the communication before responding. \n If you believe you have been the victim of a recruitment scam or fraudulent job posting, please report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) through its fraud reporting website at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
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