Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Elara Caring • Warsaw, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide home care. The nurse reviews patient care plans, physician orders, and clinical information before providing care; assesses patient needs; monitors condition changes; communicates concerns to the physician and care team; collaborates with the RN Case Manager and clinical leadership on interventions; and maintains timely, accurate documentation. The role requires flexibility with scheduling and patient assignments as care needs change.

Requirements

• Hold an LPN license in the state or qualify under the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Graduate from an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing.
• At least 1 year of experience as a nurse in a clinical 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 with an acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Review patient care plans, physician orders, and clinical information before providing care.
• Use clinical assessment skills to identify patient needs and make appropriate care decisions.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to the physician and care team.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager and clinical leadership to determine appropriate interventions when patient needs change.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided, patient condition, and changes in the home or caregiver situation.
• Maintain flexibility with scheduling and patient assignments to support changing patient care needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree