Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Elara Caring • Fremont, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate, high-quality home health care in Newaygo, Mecosta, Mason, and Oceana Counties. The nurse follows each patient’s individualized care plan and physician orders, monitors progress and communicates changes or safety concerns, and works with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as patient needs change. The role also includes educating patients and caregivers on self-care, documenting medication regimens, coordinating care with physicians, patients, families, and the care team, and helping prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits.

The position requires travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. Candidates must have a current state LPN license, an accredited nursing program credential, and the ability to meet the physical requirements of the role. One year of clinical care experience is preferred, as is experience in hospice or home health.

Requirements

• Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a clinical care setting is preferred.
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow each patient’s individualized care plan and physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes or safety concerns to the care team.
• Help patients and caregivers learn self-care techniques to support their health.
• Work with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as patient needs change.
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles according to agency guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, families, and the care team to ensure coordinated care.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits through proactive patient care.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care that supports positive patient outcomes.
• Travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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