Licensed P/V Nurse

Gentiva Hospice; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Per Diem LPN/LVN to provide essential nursing care to home health patients in Pittsburgh. The role involves evaluating patient needs, implementing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams, all while ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in various care settings including hospice and geriatrics. Join us and make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k) with company matching contributions

Career growth opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Financial assistance program

Qualifications

• 1+ years of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology preferred.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care services including treatment and rehabilitative needs.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in developing care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Care

Geriatric Care

Hospice Care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN

Current CPR certification

Job description

Our Company

Heartland Home Health is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

At Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, we believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable.

We are searching for a Per Diem LPN/LVN to provide support to Home Health patients. TheLicensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for the delivery of skilled nursing care and supportive services, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, and in compliance with Company Corporate Standards, and local, state and federal laws.

As a Home Health LPN, you will:

• You will report directly to the Administrator or Executive Director.
• Provide direct patient care services to home health patients, including treatment of patient illness, rehabilitative needs and preventative care.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient
• Report findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician and document all reports.
• Attend staff meetings.

About You

Home Health LPN Requirements:

• Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
• Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN license to practice in the state of requested employment.
• 1+ years of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology strongly preferred.
• Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in a home health role: hospital Staff LPN, Staff LVN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or emergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry, nursing home or travel.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

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We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• Local and national award programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Heartland Home Health