Licensed Practical Nurse

smhomehealth; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SM Home Health Care in Minnesota is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled nursing care in clients' homes under the supervision of an RN Case Manager. You will follow the Plan of Care and ensure quality, compassionate service.

Responsibilities include performing nursing visits, monitoring medications, documenting in the medical record, and promoting safety and infection control. A valid LPN license, CPR certification, 1 year acute care experience, and a valid driver's license are

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience in an acute care setting or equivalent.
• CPR certified.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Current valid driver’s license, good driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.
• Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager.
• Follows the Plan of Care established by the Registered Nurse.
• Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and the physician as directed.
• Documents accurately in the clinical record.
• Scope of clinical practice includes personal care, assessment, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention and nursing services.
• Promotes personal safety and infection control practices.
• Recognizes and responds to potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe use of equipment and makes recommendations to improve safety.
• Performs duties per agency policies, confidentiality and professional standards.
• Attends required meetings and participates in Quality Improvement activities.

Skills

CPR certified

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

At SM Home Health Care, our mission is guided by Excellence, Compassion, and Quality. We provide high‑quality home healthcare services that empower individuals to maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

Why Work With Us

• Make a meaningful impact every day
• Be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team
• Grow your skills with ongoing training and support
• Enjoy a supportive, collaborative work environment

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to build a career where your work truly matters, SM Home Health Care is the place for you.

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About the Role

Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization and agency. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. The LPN delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Care Manager. Reports to: Client Services Director/Clinical Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.

Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state(s) of employment.

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an acute care setting or equivalent experience.

CPR certified.

Effective written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills.

Current valid driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.

Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager. Follows the Plan of Care established by the Registered Nurse.

Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and the physician as directed.

Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communication is verbal, as needed and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record.

Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, assessment of findings, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Manager.

Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.

Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.

Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.

Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.

Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.

Performs job in compliance with agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.

Accepts responsibility of professional nursing role.

Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency standards.

Attends all meetings as required.

Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job: refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.

Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent activities.

Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.