Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

PruittHealth • Austell, GA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide basic skilled nursing care to home health patients under RN supervision, applying the nursing process proficiently. The posting gives special consideration to applicants who currently live in or can commute to Cobb County, Georgia.

The role uses a pay-per-point compensation model, with higher point values for visits requiring greater effort. The company describes the compensation as top of market, with unlimited income potential, a progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, additional pay incentives, flexible schedules, career-growth opportunities, and a team environment. The clinician works with RN supervisors and the patient care team, documents patient care at the point of service, and follows applicable agency, state, and industry requirements.

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 for completing home visits.
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous home health or hospice experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides 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 basic home-care knowledge and nursing competency for patient-care skills required for the role.
• Monitor and document patients’ health and condition, and report progress using required documentation and technology within established timelines.
• Communicate changes observed during care to RN supervisors and the patient-care team, as appropriate.
• Complete documentation accurately and promptly at the point of care, following industry standards, including documentation related to ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
• Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participate as required in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs such as the Performance Improvement Program.
• Follow established safety regulations and procedures, and report job-related tasks or functions involving occupational hazards as necessary.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, and clinical records in accordance with 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-per-point compensation model with higher point values for visits requiring greater effort.
• Unlimited income potential.
• Progressive benefit plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Career-growth opportunities.
• Additional pay incentives.
• Flexible schedules.
• Team environment.

What This Job Offers

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