Licensed Practical Nurse

Palms-Home-Care; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

FT staff benefits

Job summary

Palms-Home-Care in Clearwater, FL is seeking a dedicated Home Health LPN to join our expanding team. You will chart patient conditions, administer medications, dress wounds, and educate families on home health care procedures.

The role requires a valid LPN license, proven home health experience, adherence to safety standards, and strong communication. We offer a flexible schedule, mileage reimbursement, and benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license and in good standing.
• Proven experience as a licensed practical nurse, preferably in home health.
• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
• Willing to follow health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Responsible, compassionate and well organized.

Responsibilities

• Chart observations of patient conditions at each visit.
• Administer Physician-prescribed medication.
• Dress or redress wounds and monitor healing progress.
• Educate patients and families on home health care procedures and strategies.
• Coordinate with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and others in care plan.
• Recommend tools or devices to improve patient quality of life.

Skills

LPN license

Home health nursing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Our home health care agency is expanding and searching for a dedicated and compassionate Home Health LPN. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. Come join an amazing agency that values their employees.

Responsibilities

• Chart observations of the patient’s condition at each visit.

• Administer Physician-prescribed medication.

• Dress or redress wounds and monitor the healing progress.

• Provide education to patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies.

• Coordinate with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other individuals in the patient’s care plan.

• Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for the patient.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license and in good standing

• Proven experience as a licensed practical nurse, preferably in home health

• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to always follow them

• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Responsible and compassionate

• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills

• Patient with excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Additional Benefits for FT Staff

This role requires a Level 2 background screening in compliance with Florida AHCA regulations prior to employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com