Licensed Practical Nurse

LHC Group; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver quality care and support patients in their homes. You will work within the scope of practice, ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients, and provide guidance to families. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to contribute to meaningful healthcare services.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Holidays & paid time off

Continuing education & career growth opportunities

Company-wide support & resources

Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure in state of practice required.
• CPR Certification necessary.
• Current Driver's License and access to transportation is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care in the patient's home.
• Instruct patients' families on care and healthy environment.
• Observe, record, and report patient's response to treatment.

Skills

Patient Care

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

Current LPN licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $52,000 to $62,400 per year

At Gateway Regional Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!

employee wellness programs

flexibility for true work-life balance

holidays & paid time off

continuing education & career growth opportunities

company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Home Health is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.

Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team. May not alter the plan of care.

Instructs the patients family in the care of the patient and maintenance of a healthy environment for the patient.

Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition daily.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current LPN licensure in state ofpractice.
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or publictransportation.
• CPR Certificationrequired.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• CA: One year prior professional nursing experience as anLPN.
• LA: Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions. At a minimum, one year of experience working asan LPN.
• AL, AR, AZ, CO, CT, D.C., DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MI, MS, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK,OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI: No additional state specificrequirements.

Company OverviewLHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Gateway Regional Home Health a part ofLHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:It's all about helping people.