License Practical Nurse LPN Home Health PRN

Elara Caring; Liberal (KS); Presencial; USD 58.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible schedules

1:1 patient care

Competitive compensation package

Tuition reimbursement and CE

Descripción de la vacante

Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse to provide compassionate, skilled home health care in patients' homes across the region. The role emphasizes adherence to the Plan of Care, collaboration with RN Case Managers, and prevention of hospitalizations through proactive patient support.

The ideal candidate has an accredited nursing education, current LVN license, and at least 1 year of clinical experience; 50% travel is required, with driving responsibilities and reliable

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Certificate, Diploma, or Associate degree).
• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse.
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting.

Responsabilidades

• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care under RN delegation and physician orders.
• Documents medication regimens and updates patient profiles.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Clinical skills

Communication

Travel up to 50%

Educación

Nursing certificate/ diploma/ associate

Descripción del empleo

Job Requirements

Licensed Vocational/ Practical Nurse Hourly – Home Health

At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where people live. We provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their homes. Wherever our patients are in their health journey, we care. As a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse, you play a key role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and families in their preferred home setting.

We are seeking a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse with strong clinical skills, commitment, and compassion. If this sounds like you, apply today.

As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experience in delivering exceptional care to those we serve!

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

• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
• Communicates significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate.
• Implements the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources.
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care.
• Suggests revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the RN Case Manager.
• Provides those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions.
• Documents medication regimen and updates medication profile according to established procedures.
• Treats patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner.
• Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits.
• Provides positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred
• 50% travel required
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Work autonomy and flexible schedules
• 1:1 patient care
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement
• Pet insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

Pay & Benefit Information

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify

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