Licensed Practical Nurse

Palms-Home-Care; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits for FT Staff

Job summary

Palms-Home-Care in Ocala, FL is seeking a dedicated Home Health LPN to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in patients' homes. You will administer medications, monitor wounds, and educate families on home health procedures.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and therapists to coordinate care and identify tools that improve quality of life for patients. A valid LPN license and a caring, team-oriented mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in home health preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nursing care procedures.
• Commitment to health and safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Patient and compassionate demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Chart observations during each patient visit.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Dress or redress wounds and monitor healing.
• Educate patients and families on home health care procedures.
• Coordinate care with physicians and therapists.
• Suggest devices to improve patient quality of life.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Education

LPN license

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