Home Health LPN VN

Adara Home Health; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Mobile provider discounts

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Adara Home Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota to provide comprehensive 1:1 client care in home settings. The role reports to a Clinical Supervisor and requires travel to clients’ homes, with a typical Mon-Fri schedule and on-call rotations.

Restricted to Minnesota residents with an active LPN license; the position offers a range of benefits and a base salary of $60,000–$72,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an L.P.N. in the state of Minnesota.
• At least 1 year of health care experience preferred (acute hospital or home care).
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Strong interpersonal and teaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proof of negative Mantoux or negative chest X-ray documentation.
• CPR certification is highly recommended.
• Access to dependable vehicle or public transportation for travel to multiple client sites daily.
• Valid driver's license and car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
• U.S. Citizenship or valid Alien Work Permit evidence.
• Disclose any criminal history related to health services; past convictions may affect employment.
• Completion of background checks including state and federal screenings.

Responsibilities

• Plans, provides, and evaluates nursing care per established policies; consults Case Manager as needed.
• Recognizes symptoms, reports significant changes per Minnesota LPN scope.
• Documents observations and teachings clearly and completely.
• Administers medications and treatments as ordered by physician; delegated by Case Manager.
• Initiates rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Uses professional judgment to adapt nursing measures to changing needs.
• Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in client conferences; maintains timely and accurate records.
• Assists clients in arranging medical appointments and connecting with community resources.
• Maintains safe client environment and reports accidents or suspected abuse or exploitation.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and education; adheres to confidentiality.
• Promotes positive client and employee service image; adapts to family diversity and home environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned and participates in after-hours on-call process.

Education

LPN License – Minnesota

Job description

Why Work for Adara?

Adara Home Health offers fulfilling Home Care careers to professionals looking for flexibility and the ability to manage their own schedule. Join our team and work for an employer who values each employee as an individual and respects everyone's need for work-life balance.

The Licensed Practical Nurse furnishes comprehensive client care as assigned by the Case Manager in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, the basic principles of the professional nurse and the company's policies and procedures. The LPN performs functions which require substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological and social sciences and must be able to make nursing judgements accordingly. The Licensed Practical Nurse reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor.

SCHEDULE

• This is a full time position, Monday - Friday with an on-call rotation.
• This position will require you to travel to client's homes to provide 1:1 client care that may take 1-3 hours per client.

COVERAGE AREA

• This position reports to the Blaine, MN office and provides services in New Brighton, St. Anthony, Roseville and surrounding cities.

BENEFITS

• Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Mobile provider discounts

BENEFITS BASED ON FULL TIME ELIGIBILITY

• Medical, Vision, Life, and Pet insurance
• 401k 100% vested
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, provides and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures and consults with the Case Manager regarding any changes in the care plan.
• Recognizes and interprets symptoms and institutes remedial measures within the legal limits of Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Minnesota and reports significant changes in client's condition to the Case Manager immediately.
• Documents observations and teachings completely, accurately, legibly and concisely.
• Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and delegated by the Case Manager as allowed by the Nurse Practice Act and legal limits of the LPN nursing license.
• Initiates rehabilitative nursing procedure techniques as appropriate.
• Exercises professional judgement in adapting nursing measures to changing needs.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in scheduled client conferences as requested.
• Maintains accurate clinical record, preparing clinical and progress notes with follow-through of timely record keeping.
• Assists client in arranging medical appointment and contacts with appropriate community resources as directed by the Case Manager.
• Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports to the office any accidents, injuries or any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by actively participating in continuing education, inservice programs, orientation and personnel evaluations.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees.
• Promotes a positive client and employee service image.
• Adapts to the family diversity and home environment.
• Exercises judgement in accepting assignments. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Participates in the after-hours on call process to ensure client care and staffing issues are resolved.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Medium to Very Heavy. Responsible for client care needs which may require transfers and lifting of clients. Nursing care provided in individual client homes. Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and community settings. Must be able to drive or use public transportation in all types of weather.
• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for heavy work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently licensed as an L.P.N. in the state of Minnesota. The license must not have been revoked, suspended, and without limitations or restrictions.
• Have at least one (1) year experience in a health care setting. Acute hospital or home care experience preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to make appropriate nursing judgements.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray.
• Current CPR certification highly recommended.
• Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation in order to travel to multiple company business stops a day.
• A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
• Have U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit.
• Disclose any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to any crime related to the provision of health services. A candidate who has been convicted of a crime will not be hired.
• Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings including but not limited to those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Adara Home Health, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $60,000 - $72,000 per year. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.