Desk Nurse On Call
- BLS
- LPN / LVN license
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This posting states $40–$46 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in California post a median of $68.19 an hour, the middle half $60.38–$76.88, across 2,514 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Desk Nurse (LVN/LPN) – Part-Time / On-Call
Peninsula Post Acute
💲 Pay Range: $40.00 - $46.00 per hour
Looking for flexible nursing opportunities? Peninsula Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and dependable Desk Nurse (LVN/LPN) to join our team on a part-time/on-call basis . In this role, you'll provide quality nursing care, support residents' health and well-being, and work alongside a dedicated healthcare team in a skilled nursing environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor resident conditions and promptly report changes to physicians and nursing leadership.
- Complete accurate charting and clinical documentation.
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Support and supervise CNAs and nursing assistants during assigned shifts.
- Transcribe physician orders and maintain resident medical records.
- Respond professionally to resident, family, and staff concerns.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Maintain nursing supplies and medication inventory.
Qualifications
- Current and active California LVN/LPN license.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- At least 1 year of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care experience preferred.
- PointClickCare (PCC) experience preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $40.00-$46.00 per hour
- Flexible on-call scheduling
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career growth potential
Join Peninsula Post Acute and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while enjoying the flexibility of an on-call nursing position. Apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
From PACS Group's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About PACS Group
PACS Group operates 277 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in 16 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) states. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
Hires in 23 statesPay on its listings: 42.4% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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