Licensed Practical Nurse Psych Visits FT
About The Position
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. ID# JR-138587 Licensed Practical Nurse Behavioral Health Visits Hartford, New Britain & Bloomfield areas Full Time with lots of benefits. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Practical Nurse Behavioral Health with commitment and compassion. As a Licensed Practical Nurse Behavioral Health you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: 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. Administer and document medications 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.
Requirements
- Current State License unrestricted as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
- Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
- 1 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
- Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
- Administer and document medications 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 insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 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 bereavement
- Pet bereavement
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
