Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

PruittHealth • Columbus, GA

4h

About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide basic skilled nursing care to home health patients under RN supervision, using the nursing process. The role includes delivering patient care in patients’ homes, monitoring and documenting their health and progress, and communicating changes to RN supervisors and the patient care team. Clinicians use a pay-per-point compensation model, with higher point values for visits requiring greater effort. The posting describes top-of-market pay, unlimited income potential, mileage reimbursement, additional pay incentives, flexible schedules, career growth opportunities, a progressive benefit plan, and a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited or approved LPN program.
• At least one year of practical nursing experience.
• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Liability insurance to complete home visits.
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous home health or hospice experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Acute care experience with adult and aging populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients according to state and industry best practices.
• Demonstrate knowledge of home care and competency in nursing skills needed to provide patient care.
• Monitor, document, and report patients’ health and progress using required documentation and clinician-preferred technology within established timelines.
• Communicate changes observed during care to RN supervisors and the patient care team, as appropriate.
• Complete documentation accurately, promptly, and at the point of care, following industry standards, including documentation for ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
• Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participate in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs such as the Performance Improvement Program, as required.
• Follow established safety regulations and procedures and report job-related functions or tasks that involve occupational hazards, as necessary.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Benefits

• Top-of-market pay structure with unlimited income potential.
• Progressive benefit plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Additional pay incentives.
• Flexible schedules.
• Supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree