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1996 Eastman Ave., Ste. 101
Ventura, CA 93003

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Home Health

Registered Nurse Home Health (Full-Time/Part-Time)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision provides and documents intermittent therapeutic, restorative skilled services in the patient’s place of residence. Patient problems range from simple to very complex. Provides services when ordered by a physician and in accordance with accreditation guidelines, Federal and State Rules and Regulations, accepted standards of nursing practice and LMVNA Policies and Procedures.

EDUCATION:

  • Current State of California RN license.
  • Current CPR certification.

EXPERIENCE:

  • One year prior professional nursing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Conducts and documents comprehensive nursing assessments.
  • Accurately collects required data (OASIS) as part of the assessment at Start of Care (SOC), Resumption of Care (ROC), transfer, discharge, when there is a significant change in the patient’s condition and every sixty days.
  • Determines program eligibility, needed services, and verifies payer sources.
  • Reviews patient’s medications at every visit, maintains a list of current medications and reconciles the Home Health medication list with medication lists from other providers; e.g. inpatient discharge.
  • Develops and maintains an individualized patient centered plan of care using critical thinking skills. Evaluates the patient’s response to care, updates the care plan and makes referrals to internal and external resources to meet patient’s needs.
  • Develops and implements an individualized teaching plan for the patient and family/ caregiver with a goal of assisting the patient in reaching the highest level of independence possible.
  • Timely obtains physician orders for necessary care and services.
  • Case manages assigned patients ensuring continuity of care and efficient and effective utilization of resources to ensure patient goals and desired outcomes are met.
  • Communicates timely and effectively with physicians, Case Managers, Directors, Supervisors and appropriate members of the interdisciplinary team regarding changes in the patient’s condition, plan of care, needs and goals
  • Ensures clinical documentation is complete, accurate, professional and submitted to LMVNA within 48 hours of the visit, patient/family or interdisciplinary care team interaction.
  • Presents assigned patients at weekly care conferences.
  • Proactively ensures patients have correct supplies.
  • Supervises LVNs and CHHAs. Ensures a current CHHA plan of care is on record and available to the CHHA.  Makes CHHA supervisory visits at least every two weeks.
  • Ensures that all required notices are provided to the patient or patient’s legal representative timely and in compliance with regulations. These include, but are not limited to: Home Health Advance Benefit Notices (HHABN) and Notices of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC).
  • In collaboration with Team Coordinators ensures prior authorizations and TARs are completed in accordance with policy
  • Monitors case communication follow up notes, e-mail and mailbox and takes appropriate action in a timely fashion.
  • Meets or exceeds LMVNA productivity expectations.
  • Works weekends and holiday rotations as assigned.
  • Accurately and timely records and reports hours worked as required by state regulations.
  • Identifies health and safety risks and implements risk reduction strategies for self and others according to LMVNA policy and procedure.
  • Actively participates in quality improvement, in-services and other activities as requested or required.
  • May serve as Preceptor to RNs and/or LVNs.
  • Acts as a role model within and outside the agency.
  • Maintains a positive and respectful professional attitude.
  • Communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues.
  • Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
  • Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies of the organization

Home Health Department
Qualifications:
Must have current CA RN license, CPR/BLS and one year experience. Benefits.

Hospice

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Hospice

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position provides skilled nursing care to patients at home in accordance with state licensure requirements, Joint Commission guidelines, Title 22 regulations, nursing protocol and the organization’s policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Current California LVN license
  • Current BLS certification.
  • One year of home health and/or acute care experience required

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Provides skilled nursing care as required by the plan of care for the patient.
  • Prepares clinical notes and progress notes as required, and submits documentation within 48 hours.
  • Documents skilled nursing care appropriate for billing and is aware of reimbursement issues.
  • Attends and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Informs the nursing supervisor, physician and other interdisciplinary team members of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.
  • Provides education and information to the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
  • Participates in educational programs to maintain skills and knowledge of current nursing practices; in case conference meetings to provide continuity of patient care; and in weekend work as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Hospice Department
Qualifications:
Current California LVN license. Current BLS certification. One year of home health and/or acute care experience required.

Hospice Chaplain

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for making hospice home visits or telephone calls to assess spiritual needs and to develop a plan that supports a multi-faith approach to meeting the spiritual needs of our patients, family members and caregivers. This position is part of the interdisciplinary team and promotes the mission, values and vision of the agency/hospice.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Degree or equivalent graduate degree, including theological studies preferred. Other equivalent training and experience may be considered.
  • Successful completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalent clinical training and experience.
  • Working with death and dying individuals/families/caregivers.
  • Knowledge or the rites and beliefs of the world religions and spiritual practices and ability to share this knowledge with hospice interdisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy care.
  • Hospice experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Initiates spiritual assessment for patients and/or family members as needed in a timely manner.
  • Facilitates development of (within the interdisciplinary team) a plan of care to meet identified spiritual needs.
  • Provides direct spiritual care as indicated or desired.
  • Serves as a liaison with community religious resources; refers appropriately to same.
  • Provides educational outreach to community clergy regarding hospice and other programs.
  • Counsels/instructs families and staff in meeting spiritual needs of patients.
  • Represents hospice and/or volunteer programs in community and presents information, i.e., speaker’s bureau, grief support.
  • Participates in hospice team meetings and orientation/training of staff and volunteers to ensure accreditation standards of service are met.
  • Documents and maintains required statistics, reports and case record information.
  • Interacts with all levels of hospice and agency staff, patients, families, and caregivers.
  • Represents multi-faith spiritual support for all staff, patients, families, and caregivers.
  • Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/families/care- givers.
  • Offers assistance to families with pre-need arrangements; i.e., choosing a mortuary.
  • Provides funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
  • Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of staff, volunteers, and community facilities.
  • Accepts and performs other related duties as required.

Hospice Department
Qualifications:
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Successful completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

Medical Social Worker

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing psychosocial assessments of LMVNA patients. The Medical Social Worker provides counseling, education and resource referral to the patient in accordance with accreditation guidelines, Federal and State rules and regulations, accepted Standards of Social Work Practice and LMVNA policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work
  • Current CPR card
  • California licensure preferred (LCSW)
  • Must have a valid California Driver’s License
  • Must have knowledge of current Medicare regulations and the psychosocial community linkage network for the area.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assists LMVNA patients in coping with the impact of their illness whether chronic, acute or terminal. Counsels the patient to utilize his/her own resources and those of the community to reach his/her highest level of functioning within the context of the injury or illness; and interacts with the physician and team members to ensure an understanding of the patient’s social and emotional factors related to health problems. Interacts with the patient, with the use of psychotherapeutic methods, and their family members to prevent or lessen the psychosocial, emotional and environmental conditions that interfere with the patient’s ability to receive care, comply with treatment, or heal.
  • Provides accurate, legible documentation in a timely manner. This includes an assessment of the patient’s resources, strengths, weaknesses and problems identified by the patient and healthcare team as related to the patient’s illness or disease process as prescribed by the physician; communicates social service departmental concerns, ideas and needs to immediate supervisor.
  • Complies with all CEU requirements as required by appropriate regulatory agencies.
  • Complies with the mandate to report abuse and neglect of a dependent elder and/or child to the appropriate regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in the process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
  • Attends and participates in case conferences on a regular basis, in-service educational programs, and conduct ongoing therapy groups.
  • Participates in QE process as assigned.
  • Represents the organization at appropriate community/agency meetings.
  • Provides orientation as requested to new clinical staff regarding the purpose, role and duties of the MSWs and serves as a field educator of graduate MSW interns, as appropriate.
  • Meets daily average productivity standard set by LMVNA.
  • Maintains a positive, professional, and respectful attitude.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Hospice Department
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work. Current CPR card. California licensure preferred (LCSW). Must have a valid California Driver’s License.

Palliative

Caregivers

Caregiver/Home Care Aide

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Home Care Aide is responsible for providing services to clients at home needing care and assistance during the day and/or night under the direction of Livingston CareGivers policies, protocols and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Current CPR certification
  • CA Home Care Aide Registration ID
  • Minimum age of 18 years required
  • Good verbal, written and reading skills in English
  • Be able to drive yourself to and from your assignments
  • Previous experience applicable to position

EDUCATION

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Current CPR credential

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assists clients with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutritional needs, and household activities to ensure a safe and clean environment.
  • Communicates effectively and efficiently with the client, family, and/or caregiver regarding client’s needs and the services provided.
  • Utilizes techniques of positioning, body mechanics and body alignment.
  • Understands rationale and principles related to maintenance of skin integrity and need for infection control.
  • Ensures client’s rights, including confidentiality of care.
  • Conducts services in a caring, professional and ethical manner at all times.
  • Assists with performance of procedures to ensure the physical well being and comfort of the client.
  • Responds appropriately to emergencies.
  • Participates with office schedulers and the Livingston CareGivers Director in a plan for client services and scheduled home visits.
  • Submits legible, timely and accurate documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
  • Able to work independently including prioritizing schedule of visits with minimum supervision.
  • Must be able to work weekend requirements and variable shifts as needed.
  • Must be dependable and able to report to assignments on time.
  • Communicates in a timely manner with office staff regarding delayed arrivals or absences from assignments.
  • Maintains a positive, respectful and professional attitude.
  • Participates in process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
  • Performs all tasks according to policies regarding Infection Control and Universal Precautions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Caregiver Department
Qualifications:
Must have current Home Care Aide Registration, CPR/BLS, past caregiving experience, minimum age of 18 years old, good verbal, written and reading skills in English, be able to drive yourself to and from assignments. Current CNA certificate preferred.

Grief & Bereavement

Rehabilitation Services

Occupational Therapist (OT)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing assessment, continuity of treatment and instruction of home health care to patients whose abilities to cope with tasks and activities of daily living are threatened or impaired by development deficits, the aging process and physical injury or illness in accordance with accreditation requirements, Title 22, licensure regulations and the organization’s policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Accredited school of occupational therapy, license in California, current certificate of registration AOTA.
  • Must be able to work in a fast pace environment with interruptions and meeting deadlines.
  • Must have strong attention to detail and ability to independently problem-solve with interruptions.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and exchange information with other staff and the public.
  • One-year successful experience in health care setting. Prefer at least one year of community health rehabilitation experience or home health.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Performs occupational therapy assessment and treatment as prescribed by the referring physician and in accordance with the Livingston procedure manual and revises treatment plan as indicated.
  • May act as patient case manager.
  • Instructs, monitors and progresses patient in the use of therapeutic and self-care activities to improve function and increase independence.
  • Instructs family members, caregivers and other Livingston personnel in the treatment program by encouraging them to follow through with those procedures that they can perform safely or supervise.
  • Communicates with physician on a regular basis to keep him/her aware of patient’s plan of care, responses and status and ensures physician’s orders are followed.
  • Communicates, coordinates and consults with other interdisciplinary team members regarding the patient’s plan of care, responses and status, including case conferences and HHA supervision.
  • Accurately collects required data (OASIS) as part of the assessment at Start of Care (SOC), Resumption of Care (ROC), transfer, discharge, when there is a significant change in the patient’s condition and every sixty days.
  • Reviews patient’s medications at every visit, maintains a list of current medications and reconciles the Home Health medication list with medication lists from other providers; e.g. inpatient discharge.
  • Develops and maintains an individualized patient centered plan of care using critical thinking skills. Evaluates the patient’s response to care, updates the care plan and makes referrals to internal and external resources to meet patient’s needs.
  • Demonstrates understanding of Livingston and third party payor or treatment guidelines and documentation required for payment.
  • Instructs Livingston personnel as needed.
  • Provides communication to Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) regarding patient’s care plan, supervises care provided by COTA, performs COTA field evaluation.
  • Attends case conference meetings and prepares clinical and progress notes as required, submitting documentation in a timely manner.
  • Participates in Quality Improvement process as assigned.
  • Understands and adheres to all licensing and certification regulations pertinent to job.
  • Participates in a process to maintain good internal and external customer satisfaction.
  • Responsible for maintaining integrity of the medical record for each patient whose care they are managing.
  • Legibly documents skilled care and other patient-related forms accurately, timely and appropriately for reimbursement, regulatory and compliance mandates.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Home Health Department
Qualifications:
Accredited school of occupational therapy, license in California, current certificate of registration AOTA.

Office Staff/Development/Marketing/Finance

Development Director (Full-Time)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position has the primary responsibility for managing and implementing the Livingston’s annual fundraising plan generated as part of the strategic plan. This includes all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising plan including but not limited to a grant program, community newsletter, special events, memorial gifts, donor cultivation for major gifts, Planned Giving Program, as well as other direct mail and fundraising activities. This position shall also assist with public relations. This person will work closely with the Board of Directors, the Development Committee of the Board, the President/CEO, the Vice President/CAO, and Livingston volunteers to enhance and support the overall mission of Livingston and to ensure that ample unrestricted and program funds are generated.

Due to the nature of this position, it is required that this person be present onsite during business hours, unless required for events or other business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • A minimum BS Degree in Business or related field.
  • Five years experience in fundraising; i.e., community-based annual fund-raising programs, donor cultivation (individual, corporate and foundation), marketing, public relations, grant writing, and nonprofit management.
  • Highly proficient communication skills (writing and verbal) in English as well as various computer software skills (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, donor databases, etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • In coordination with senior management, develops and implements a comprehensive annual fundraising plan and budget for the strategic planning process that supports Livingston’s mission, operations, and current as well as new programs; monitors and reports on accomplishments of fundraising goals set in the plan/budget.
  • Implements a Planned Giving Program that builds capacity for bequests, trusts, and other estate planning vehicles.
  • Assists in creation of printed materials to generate interest and support of existing and new programs.
  • Primary responsibility for donor cultivation overall and for major gifts.
  • Oversees newsletter writing and publication of documents that include fundraising brochures and letters of acknowledgement.
  • Oversees arrangements for all special events at a minimum of 2 — 4 or more times per year.
  • Oversees administration of all donor mailing lists and donor recognition and account of records including Livingston’s website content.
  • Creates agenda for the Development Committee meetings, and any other fundraising arm of the Board of Directors’, for development and implementation of Livingston’s strategic plan.
  • Assists in the development of specific strategies for target markets.
  • Participates in the local Planned Giving Council and other professional organizations to stay current in the field of fundraising.
  • Assists with public relations and media to enhance Livingston’s visibility and mission in the community.
  • Oversees coordination of grant funding for mission and programs.
  • Oversees fundraising database and tracking system.
  • Schedules ongoing presentations to community groups as part of the fundraising plan.
  • Projects commitment to the mission and presents Livingston internally and externally as one worthy of support, operating with high quality of service and high ethical standards.
  • Works in close partnership with the President/CEO, Vice President/CAO and designated Board members on fund development efforts

Development Department
Qualifications:
A minimum BS Degree in Business or related field. Five years experience in fundraising.

Communications Specialist (Full-Time)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position has the primary responsibility of writing, and reporting on Livingston’s foundation, government, and other grants, as well as other written communication with funders. This person will work closely with the Director of Development to create Livingston communication pertaining to fund development.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interact positively and effectively communicate with funders and staff.
  • Proficient in MS Office: Word & Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to independently problem-solve with interruptions.
  • Maintains a positive, professional, and respectful attitude

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Utilizes Livingston and outside resources to research and inquire into the compatibility of funders.
  • Writes letters of inquiry, grant applications, responses to requests for proposals, required reporting, press releases, and other writing duties.
  • Works with program managers and others to meet and ensure accurate and timely grant proposals, budgets, and funder reporting requirements.
  • Reports monthly on letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and outcomes.
  • Manages the complete grants process with minimal supervision.
  • Responsible for the planning, creating, and implementation of quarterly newsletter, monthly e-news & annual reports.
  • Must demonstrate a high level of commitment to Livingston’s charitable mission.
  • Responsible for achievement of Livingston’s annual fundraising goals, grants line item.
  • Adheres to fundraising best practices and evidence based, donor-centered principles.
  • Maintains donor confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
  • Works collaboratively with the Development Department’s colleagues and all other Livingston staff and volunteers.
  • Exhibits strong professional ethics, discretion, and judgement.
  • Excellent relationship building and maintenance skills.
  • Must have high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must have good organization and personal management skills, and be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.

Fundraising Department
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field.

Quality Assurance Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to assess, monitor and advance clinical practices, particularly in the areas of compliance, documentation, PPS and OASIS, case management including utilization review, and critical thinking. This person works collaboratively with the QAPI Manager and the Director of Patient Care Services providing information regarding OASIS competency and care coordination capabilities of the geographic team members.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Must have current CA RN license

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Establishes and monitors a team-based Compliance Program, focusing on issues such as fraud detection and prevention, adherence to federal and state regulations, The Joint Commission and applicable clinical practice standards, and LMVNA policies and procedures.
  • Performs OASIS competency testing for all geographic team clinicians who perform OASIS assessments.
  • Reviews OASIS documentation and Plans of Care with assistance of other PI staff as needed and communicates with individual staff members regarding discrepancies and/or errors and tracks and trends individual staff performance for education and training purposes.
  • Participates in regularly scheduled weekly patient case conferences for each team.
  • Works with clinicians and the clinical supervisors to make recommendations for care plan, nursing frequency and duration, and order of other disciplines.
  • Exemplifies effective communication skills that includes communication with staff in a direct and effective manner, role models and facilitates interdisciplinary communication, addresses conflict at its source, seeks and adapts feedback and constructive criticism from staff, colleagues, patients, and referral sources. Communicates findings, issues and problems regarding compliance, documentation and clinical practice to the QI Director and the Director of Patient Care Services.
  • Monitors quality of documentation for team of clinicians and for implementing strategies to improve clinical documentation; monitors medical record for timeliness completion.
  • Identifies and monitors indicators of compliance, quality documentation, and clinical outcomes. Responsible for implementing strategies to improve clinical outcomes when indicated.
  • Uses available data to track utilization and outcome information that is patient and staff specific.
  • Provides input and participates in on going staff competency and evaluation of performance with the Director of Patient Care Services.
  • Participates in team-based orientation of new staff. Educates new hires on how to do start of care visits.
  • Exemplifies collaborative attitude and skill, including: demonstrates ability to function as a consultant, demonstrates and role models ability to negotiate integrity — preserving compromise, recognizes and respects perspective and expertise of others, respects others’ time and the constraints on it, demonstrates professional self-confidence.
  • Promotes and facilitates understanding of the fiscal impact of all clinical practices and documentation. Maintains knowledge of third party reimbursement requirements and regulation

Practice Advancement Specialist
Qualifications:
Must have current CA RN license.