Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also referred to in the posting as an LVN/LPN, provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). The role observes and documents patients’ medical progress and changes in nursing status, and serves pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The position covers Elmwood Park, Illinois, and surrounding areas. It is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and no on-call requirement. Compensation is paid on a per-point basis; the estimated annual compensation is $69,000–$77,000, based on experience. The LPN performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care according to the established plan of care and physician-prescribed treatment. The role includes administering medications and treatments as permitted by law, monitoring and reporting patient needs and medication concerns, maintaining clinical documentation, instructing patients and families, and coordinating with the home health team. The position is not remote.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
- Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse in the state where the agency operates.
- One year of LVN/LPN work experience.
- Ability to provide nursing visits according to physician-prescribed treatment and maintain accurate, complete medical records.
- Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role.
- Must be a licensed driver able to travel to all business locations.
Responsibilities
- Perform technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care under RN supervision.
- Promote and maintain optimal client care under RN supervision.
- Maintain a safe patient environment.
- Identify and communicate significant abnormalities in patient data to the case manager and other appropriate home health team members.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law.
- Assess the client's medications for ineffective therapy, adverse reactions, significant side effects, allergies, or contraindications, and report problems to the physician.
- Re-evaluate clients’ nursing needs and report findings to the case manager.
- Counsel and instruct clients and families in meeting nursing and related needs.
- Prepare clinical and progress notes.
- Submit documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
- Ensure patient chart documentation correlates with the nursing care plan.
- Communicate frequently and work closely with other home care team members.
- Assist in coordinating services provided to the client.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Wellness offerings, including an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm.
- Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees.
- Company store credit for first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
