NEXT CARE HOSPICE

Replies within 24 hours **Job Title:** LVN Runner **Reports To:** Director of Clinical Services **Schedule:** Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Pay**: $100 per day, $60 per visit plus mileage reimbursement **License Required:** Active, unrestricted LVN license in the state of California **Position Summary** The LVN Runner provides real-time clinical phone coverage and performs PRN (as-needed) patient visits during business hours. This role bridges gaps in the visit schedule — covering call-offs, urgent patient needs, and same-day requests — while triaging incoming clinical calls and routing them appropriately under RN and Medical Director oversight. **Key Responsibilities**Answer and triage incoming clinical calls from patients, families, and caregivers during business hours - Assess symptoms/concerns by phone and determine urgency; escalate to the on-call RN, Case Manager, or Medical Director as needed - Perform PRN visits, including but not limited to: symptom management, wound care, medication administration, vital signs, and general nursing assessment - Cover unplanned visit gaps (RN/LVN call-offs, same-day admission needs, urgent family requests) - Document all calls and visits accurately and timely in the EMR per agency policy - Communicate visit findings and care plan updates to the primary Case Manager/RN - Coordinate with scheduling/intake staff on same-day visit assignments - Maintain compliance with hospice regulations, infection control standards, and agency policies **Qualifications**Active LVN license in good standing - Minimum 1–2 years clinical experience; hospice or home health experience strongly preferred - Comfortable with phone-based triage and independent field visits - Reliable transportation; valid driver's license and auto insurance - Strong communication and prioritization skills — this role requires shifting between phone coverage and field visits throughout the day **Physical Requirements**Ability to travel to patient homes/facilities within the service area - Ability to lift/carry supplies (up to ~25 lbs) and perform hands-on nursing care This is a remote position. Compensation: $100.00 per day