Psych Licensed Practical Nurse LPN/LVN PRN

Elara Caring • Springfield, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse for PRN home health care in the Chicopee, Springfield, Holyoke, Ware, and Palmer territories. The nurse provides compassionate, high-quality care in patients’ homes, following individualized care plans and physician orders. The role includes monitoring patient progress, communicating changes and safety concerns to the care team, helping patients and caregivers learn self-care techniques, and coordinating with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as needs change. The nurse also documents medication regimens, coordinates with physicians, patients, families, and the care team, and helps prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits. The position pays $30 per point, with actual pay determined by factors including education, experience, skills, and internal equity.

Requirements

• Current state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or 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

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 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 (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree