LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
About The Position
The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also called a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The role involves coordinating with the RN and physician, supporting patients and caregivers with self-care, monitoring patients, and carrying out ordered treatments. The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. The role has both per-visit-point and hourly compensation, depending on the work performed. The stated annual total cash target pay range assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs, and weekly visit volume varies with productivity targets and the points assigned to completed visits. Hourly pay applies to certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. Compensation may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, and work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase program, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current LPN license specific to the state or states assigned.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Responsibilities
- Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit.
- Collaborate frequently with the physician and RN to ensure patient needs are met, and notify them as soon as possible when a patient’s condition changes.
- Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
- Check vital signs.
- Review medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
- Perform specialized procedures ordered by the physician, such as Foley catheter changes.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase program, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
