Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Caregivers of Chariton, LLC; Adrian (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance plans

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Caregivers of Chariton, LLC is seeking a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate home-based care. You will follow individualized care plans, monitor patient progress, and educate families on self-care techniques across patient home settings.

The role requires regional travel between patient homes, with collaboration with RNs and the care team to update plans as patient needs evolve. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Current State License as LVN/LPN.
• Graduate of accredited nursing program (Certificate, Diploma, or Associate Degree).
• 1 year of clinical care experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transfer patients.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation for travel between homes.
• Hospice/home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow each patient’s care plan and physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the care team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques.
• Collaborate with RN Case Manager to update care plans as needs change.
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, families, and the care team for coordinated care.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations through proactive patient care.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care that supports positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Education

Nursing certificate/ diploma/ associate degree

Job description

Job Description:

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them?

As a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• 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.

What is Required?

• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• 1 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
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
• 401(K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staffand continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

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