Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health
About The Position
Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate, high-quality home health care in Rockford, Illinois, and surrounding areas. The nurse follows individualized care plans and physician orders, monitors patient progress, helps patients and caregivers learn self-care techniques, and coordinates with the RN Case Manager and other members of the care team. The role also includes maintaining medication documentation and helping prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits. The position requires travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. The base salary is $32 to $35 per hour, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting; actual pay depends on factors including education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
Requirements
- Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing.
- One year of experience in a clinical care setting.
- 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
- Experience in a hospice or home health environment.
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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
- Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Family and pet bereavement.
- Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
