Compassionate LPN for In-Home Health Care (Columbus)

Alternate Solutions Homecare of Columbus, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternate Solutions Home Health - Columbus is seeking an LPN I to provide comprehensive skilled nursing care at patients' homes under physician orders, following RN-driven plan of care. The role emphasizes patient and family education, safe medication administration, and accurate documentation while maintaining state licensure and professional standards; schedule Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

We value compassionate, patient-centered care and teamwork to reduce hospital readmissions and improve

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of LPN experience in an acute care setting; 2 years preferred.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Calm, patient, accommodating demeanor.
• Compassionate and caring in patient interactions.
• Knowledge of nursing best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to identify situations and provide the best solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined work ethic with prioritization and timeliness.
• Follow directions and work well as a team.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in your name.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care in patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.
• Performs care per order sets and goals by RN.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions.
• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician.
• Counsels patient and family on disease/injury processes and management.
• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care.
• Helps decrease rehospitalizations by teaching preventive measures and making good decisions.
• Listens to patient and family members.
• Completes all clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Maintains active LPN license in state of employment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Compassion

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

LPN license

Job description

Alternate Solutions Home Health - Columbus is seeking an LPN I to provide comprehensive skilled nursing care at patients' homes under physician orders, following RN-driven plan of care. The role emphasizes patient and family education, safe medication administration, and accurate documentation while maintaining state licensure and professional standards; schedule Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

We value compassionate, patient-centered care and teamwork to reduce hospital readmissions and improve