Home Health LPN

Elara Caring•Valparaiso, IN

19d

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Field-Based/South Lake/Newton County Full-Time Mon through Fri days At Elara Caring , we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a LPN . Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. Why Choose Elara Caring? Work in a collaborative environment. Work Place who invests in YOU - we will train! Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost Opportunities for advancement Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits fleet car opportunities 401(K) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement As a Home Health LPN, you will: Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines. Incorporate patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes. Communicate significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate. Implement the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources. Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care. Suggest revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notify the RN Case Manager. Provide those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions. Document medication regimen and updates medication profile according to established procedures. Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner. Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits. Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
1 year of experience in a clinical care setting
50% travel required
Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs.
Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Incorporate patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
Communicate significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate.
Implement the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources.
Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care.
Suggest revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notify the RN Case Manager.
Provide those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions.
Document medication regimen and updates medication profile according to established procedures.
Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner.
Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits.
Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel.

Benefits

Work in a collaborative environment.
Work Place who invests in YOU - we will train!
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
fleet car opportunities
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement