Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

PruittHealth•Blue Ridge, GA

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About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide basic skilled nursing care to home health patients under RN supervision, using the nursing process. The role includes monitoring and documenting patients’ health and condition, reporting changes to RN supervisors and the care team, and completing accurate, timely documentation at the point of care. Applicants who live in or can commute to Blue Ridge, Georgia, receive special consideration. The position uses a pay-per-point compensation model that assigns higher point values to visits requiring greater effort. The employer describes its compensation as top of market, with unlimited income potential, additional pay incentives, mileage reimbursement, a progressive benefit plan, opportunities for career growth, and flexible schedules. Clinicians work with a team committed to caring for patients, residents, and colleagues.

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) licensure in the state of practice.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable transportation.
Liability insurance for completing home visits.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet targeted outcomes and deadlines.

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 knowledge of home care and competency in nursing skills required for patient care.
Monitor, document, and report patient health and condition using required documentation and clinician-preferred technology within established timelines.
Communicate changes observed during care to RN supervisors and the patient care team as appropriate.
Complete documentation accurately and on time at the point of care, including ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Participate in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and required 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 license, certification, and clinical records in accordance with federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
Work in a self-directed manner, prioritize responsibilities, manage time, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.