Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health | 1:1 Patient Care & Flexible Hours | Hartford County

TheKey • Hartford, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

TheKey Home Health Services is seeking an adaptable Licensed Practical Nurse to serve home health clients across Hartford County, Connecticut. The role primarily involves standard home visits, carrying out individualized care plans, routine wellness checks, and direct clinical care. The nurse accepts assignments on an as-needed basis, with priority given to clinicians willing to accept last-minute requests or fill temporary coverage gaps. The position is described as per diem, on-call, and part-time, with compensation starting at $42.00 per hour and varying by client and shift.

The role offers clinical autonomy in the field, 24/7 team support, and the opportunity to provide personalized home care on a flexible schedule. Future opportunities may include extended shifts or block coverage as regional care volume expands.

Requirements

• Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Connecticut.
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work per-diem shifts, on-call visits, and last-minute assignments.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
• Strong clinical assessment skills within the LPN scope of practice.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) for daily charting.

Nice To Haves

• Background in home health, geriatrics, or care management.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care, routine wellness visits, medication administration, wound care, and health monitoring in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care.
• Observe, record, and promptly report changes in patient conditions, symptoms, or behavior to the supervising RN or attending physician.
• Accept per-diem visit assignments as needed and respond flexibly to coverage needs.
• Build rapport with clients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams, providing health education and empathetic support.
• Complete and submit accurate, timely clinical notes in accordance with agency policy, state home health regulations, and HIPAA standards.
• Transition into extended-shift or block-coverage opportunities as regional care volume expands.

Benefits

• Competitive per-diem pay rates.
• Clinical autonomy in the field.
• 24/7 team support.
• Flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed