Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Pathwell Health•New London, CT

19d

About The Position

The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assesses patients’ health problems and needs, implements nursing care plans, and maintains medical records. The LPN may advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. The position provides skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and coordinates with physicians, therapists, clients, families, and other members of the healthcare team. The role is based in New London, Connecticut, and is offered as full-time or part-time work. The LPN evaluates patients during visits, including checking vital signs and reviewing medications; assesses and documents patients’ conditions; maintains accurate nursing records; and monitors and reports symptoms or changes. The role includes coordinating, evaluating, and modifying care plans as needed, monitoring diet and physical activity, and assessing home or work environments for potential health or safety concerns. The LPN also educates clients and families on home health care procedures and strategies and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Current and valid Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse license.
One year of LPN experience.
Current CPR certification required.
Driver’s license, car insurance, and car registration.
Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
Computer literacy.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting 50 pounds for transfers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a school of nursing preferred.
Home health care experience.
Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
Complete evaluation tasks, including taking vital signs and reviewing medications.
Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other individuals involved in the client’s care plan.
Assess and chart observations of the client’s condition at each visit.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care.
Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team.
Educate clients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies.
Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
Monitor aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
Assess individuals’, families’, or communities’ needs, including home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.