Licensed Practical Nurse

Nautilus; Azle (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nautilus is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide patient care in home and assisted living settings in Texas. You will manage wound care, teach patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and therapists to support daily health needs.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and excellent communication. This role emphasizes safety assessments, accurate documentation, and the ability to work with a

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited LPN/LVN program and a current valid state license.
• Clinical skills and experience relevant to home health care.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication with patients, families and team members.
• Proficiency in wound care techniques and healing processes.
• Experience with PICC lines, midlines, and peripheral IV care.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Good organizational and time-management abilities.
• Physical stamina for lifting and standing during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in home and assisted living environments.
• Perform wound care: cleaning, dressing, infection monitoring.
• Instruct patients and families on care, meds, and health maintenance at home.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care team members.
• Report condition changes to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress.
• Assess home safety and recommend improvements.

Skills

Clinical skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Wound care proficiency

IV care management

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

LPN/LVN program completed

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Provide patient care in home, and assisted living environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide wound care, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for infection.
• Teach patients and their families how to manage care, administer medications, and perform necessary health maintenance in the home.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other members of the care team.
• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress.
• Assess the home environment for safety and make recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited LPN/LVN program, and a current valid state LPN or LVN license.
• Clinical skills and experience
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
• Proficiency in various wound care techniques, products, and healing processes.
• Experience in PICC lines, midlines, and peripheral IV care and management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Organizational and time-management abilities.
• Physical stamina, as the job can involve lifting and standing for long periods.