Home Health LVN/LPN Nurse — Compassionate Patient Care

Elara; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse to deliver high-quality home health care under physician orders and care plans. You will monitor patient progress, document medications, collaborate with the RN Case Manager, and educate patients and families on self-care techniques.

A state LVN/LPN license and at least 1 year of clinical experience are required, with hospice/home health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State License as a LVN/LPN
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• 1 year of clinical care experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Hospice or home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Follow patient care plans and physician orders
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the care team
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager to update care plans
• Administer and document medications per guidelines
• Communicate with physicians, patients and families to ensure coordinated care
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations through proactive care
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care for positive outcomes

Skills

Patient care

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Communication with care team

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license

Nursing certificate/diploma/associate degree

Job description

Elara Caring in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse to deliver high-quality home health care under physician orders and care plans. You will monitor patient progress, document medications, collaborate with the RN Case Manager, and educate patients and families on self-care techniques.

A state LVN/LPN license and at least 1 year of clinical experience are required, with hospice/home health experience preferred.