Licensed Practical Nurse- Home Health Visits
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide per-visit home health services to adult clients in homes throughout Lackawanna County. The LPN is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team, providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care that helps clients receive needed medical care while remaining at home. This position involves visiting clients in designated territories and delivering and documenting nursing care. Candidates must have a current Pennsylvania LPN license, graduation from an accredited and approved nursing program, and at least one year of recent, verifiable LPN experience. Prior home care experience is preferred but not required. BAYADA describes a supportive team environment with personal protective equipment, infection-prevention protocols, training and scholarship opportunities, career tracks, and recognition for compassion, excellence, and reliability. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that employment decisions are made on a nondiscriminatory basis in accordance with applicable laws.
Requirements
- Current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- At least one year of recent, verifiable experience as an LPN.
- Graduation from an accredited and approved nursing program, evidenced by a school transcript or diploma.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel to assigned cases.
Nice To Haves
- Prior home care experience is strongly preferred but not required.
- Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients living in designated territories.
- Perform assigned duties, including medication administration, wound care, treatments, and procedures.
- Monitor clients’ conditions and report changes to the Clinical Manager and Client Services Manager.
- Follow up on, execute, and properly document doctors’ orders.
- Perform client assessments as necessary.
- Provide case management and coordination.
- Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care and services using electronic medical records on a touch-pad tablet.
Benefits
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Vision, dental, and medical health plans.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Direct deposit and employee assistance program.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available.
- Paid time off may be available.
- Weekly pay may be available.
- Scholarship opportunities and one-on-one training.
- Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
