Compassionate Home Health LPN - Patient Care & Education

Yale New Haven Health; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide home health nursing under the direction of an RN. You will assess patients during home visits, administer treatments per MD orders, and educate patients and caregivers as outlined in the care plan.

You will ensure timely documentation, collaborate with the care team, and maintain CPR certification and CT licensure. Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required for travel between stops across CT.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program.
• Minimum one year experience in acute care; home health preferred.
• Connecticut LPN license required; driver's license and car insurance when using personal vehicle.
• CPR certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients during home visits within scope of practice.
• Carry out treatments per physician orders and report to RN case manager.
• Report condition changes to physician.
• Educate patients and caregivers per care plan.
• Complete documentation within 24 hours with updates.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.
• Comply with mandatory requirements, including Healthstreams.
• Follow policies and procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Practical Nurse Education Program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide home health nursing under the direction of an RN. You will assess patients during home visits, administer treatments per MD orders, and educate patients and caregivers as outlined in the care plan.

You will ensure timely documentation, collaborate with the care team, and maintain CPR certification and CT licensure. Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required for travel between stops across CT.