Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse | Home Health
Location: California
Work Location: Field-Based
Schedule: Flexible
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable California law

About Our Company

OneWell Health Care and its affiliate, OneWell of California LLC, are dedicated to empowering individuals to live healthy, safe, and fulfilling lives through compassionate, person-centered in-home care services. We are committed to promoting dignity, independence, safety, inclusion, and quality outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct, healthcare compliance, and clinical excellence.

Position Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct nursing care and clinical support services to individuals in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), physician, or authorized healthcare provider in accordance with California laws, regulations, physician orders, and organizational policies. The LVN supports health monitoring, medication administration, treatments, documentation, and care coordination while promoting person-centered care, safety, dignity, and quality outcomes within home and community-based settings.

This position primarily provides services within clients’ homes and may require travel between assigned service locations.

Position Scope

The LVN serves as a field-based clinical support professional responsible for delivering in-home nursing services, monitoring health conditions, supporting implementation of care plans, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with individuals, families, caregivers, providers, and interdisciplinary teams. The LVN exercises professional judgment within the California LVN scope of practice, delegated nursing functions, physician orders, and established care plans. Work assignments, duties, and physical demands may vary depending on individual client needs, care plans, home environments, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-home LVN nursing care, including medication administration and ordered treatments
• Monitor, assess, document, and report patient conditions and vital signs
• Implement care plans and physician orders with accurate clinical documentation
• Perform approved clinical procedures (e.g., wound care, catheter care, mobility support)
• Promote infection control, safety, dignity, and person-centered care
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Educate clients and caregivers on care, medications, and treatments
• Respond to changes in condition and escalate urgent issues appropriately
• Travel to client homes and provide independent care in community settings
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and quality standards

Regulatory Frameworks

This role must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, healthcare standards, and organizational policies, including but not limited to:

• California nursing regulations and scope-of-practice requirements
• Home health and community-based healthcare standards
• Medication administration requirements
• HIPAA privacy and confidentiality regulations
• OSHA workplace safety standards
• Infection prevention and control requirements
• Mandated reporting requirements
• Documentation and recordkeeping standards

Failure to comply with regulatory or organizational requirements may result in corrective action up to and including termination.

Confidentiality

The LVN may have access to protected health information (PHI), confidential medical records, and sensitive personal information. Strict confidentiality must be maintained in accordance with HIPAA, California privacy laws, organizational policies, and professional ethical standards. Unauthorized disclosure or misuse of confidential information may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Documentation Requirements

Required documentation may include, but is not limited to:

• Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Nursing notes and visit documentation
• Assessments and health monitoring records
• Incident reports and follow-up documentation
• Physician communication records
• Care coordination notes
• Treatment documentation
• Infection control documentation
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation
• Additional documentation required by regulatory agencies, physicians, payors, or organizational standards

All documentation must be accurate, complete, timely, and submitted within required deadlines.

Certifications

Required Upon Hire

• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License in good standing
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required background clearances, credentialing, and employment eligibility requirements

Preferred / Depending on Assignment

• Home Health or community-based healthcare experience
• Experience supporting individuals with IDD, behavioral health, hospice, or chronic medical conditions
• Additional clinical certifications relevant to assigned programs or services

Education

Graduate of an accredited or approved Vocational Nursing program required.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience preferred
• Experience in home health, community health, hospice, long-term care, clinic, behavioral health, IDD services, or related settings preferred
• Familiarity with clinical documentation systems, medication administration, infection control, and person-centered care practices preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation platforms
• Ability to complete and maintain accurate healthcare documentation
• Basic computer proficiency including email, spreadsheets, mobile applications, and healthcare software systems
• Ability to utilize electronic scheduling, communication, and documentation systems

Languages

English proficiency (spoken and written) is required. Bilingual or multilingual abilities may be preferred depending on client and program needs.

Driver License

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, current automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record are required for field-based assignments. Employees must be able to travel between assigned client homes and service locations.

Travel Requirement

This is a field-based in-home healthcare position requiring travel to clients’ homes and community locations throughout assigned service areas. Travel between client homes, healthcare facilities, pharmacies, provider offices, and other service locations may be required.

Benefits

Compensation and Financial Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Vacation time
• Very competitive wages
• Paid public holidays (if applicable)
• Referral bonuses
• Biweekly direct deposit
• DailyPay (get paid before payday)
• Retirement plan benefits 401(k)

Health & Wellness Benefits (available for full time employees)

• Medical (PPO, Flex, and HSA plans)
• Dental
• Vision
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance & Other Benefits

• Supportive supervisor and work environment

Legal Disclaimer

This job description reflects the general nature and scope of the role and is not exhaustive. OneWell Health Care reserves the right to revise responsibilities, qualifications, or expectations at its discretion, consistent with applicable law. Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply today.

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