Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – (PRN)
About The Position
The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides one-on-one, home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often following hospital discharge. The LPN works under RN supervision and collaborates with physicians, RNs, CNAs, aides, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality care, coordinate patient services, and plan for discharge. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring and documenting progress, reporting changes to the RN supervisor, helping implement the patient’s plan of care, teaching patients self-care techniques, and educating families about care plans, medications, and home safety. PRN visit opportunities are available, with potential to transition to a full-time role in the future.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
- Active LPN license in Florida.
- At least 1 year of home healthcare experience.
- CPR or BLS certification.
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
- Clinical proficiency in nursing.
- Strong communication skills and compassion.
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often after hospital discharge, under RN supervision.
- Work with physicians, RNs, CNAs, and aides to deliver quality patient care.
- Take patient vital signs, conduct assessments, document progress, and report changes to the RN supervisor.
- Assist the RN in carrying out the patient’s plan of care and teach patients self-care techniques.
- Educate families about the patient’s plan of care, medications, and home safety.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge.
Benefits
- Per-visit rates: $35 for a visit and $40 for a hi-tech visit.
- One-to-one nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance.
- Online training, growth opportunities, and ability to earn CEUs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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