Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health

Humana; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 49,100 - 67,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off and holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Brockton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for home health care. The role involves providing one-on-one nursing services, developing care plans, and ensuring patient comfort at home. Candidates must have a valid nursing license, CPR certification, and two years of clinical experience. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program.
• Current nursing license in the practicing state.
• Two years' experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services under the direction of a RN.
• Utilize a holistic approach in the provision of therapeutic interventions.
• Maintain contact with patients, physicians, and the healthcare team.

Skills

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Current nursing license in the practicing state

Valid driver's license and auto insurance

Current CPR certification

Two years' experience as an LPN in a clinical setting

Education

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health role at Humana. Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. Make a meaningful impact every day as a CenterWell Home Health nurse. You’ll provide personalized, one-on-one care that helps patients regain independence in the comfort of their homes. Working closely with a dedicated team of physicians and clinicians, you’ll develop and manage care plans that support recovery and help patients get back to the life they love.

As a Home Health LPN, you will:

• Provide professional nursing services under the direction of a RN in compliance with the state\'s Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement, applicable healthcare standards, governmental laws and regulations, and CenterWell Home Health policies and procedures.
• Provide skilled nursing interventions in the treatment of the patient/clients illness, rehabilitative needs and preventative care. Utilize a holistic approach in the provision of problem specific therapeutic interventions, teaching and training activities in accordance with the plan of care.
• Apply knowledge and skills in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice to facilitate problem resolution and achieve individualized patient goals and outcomes.
• Confer with the RN Supervisor regarding needed changes in the Plan of Treatment. Accept verbal orders from physician as permitted by state law/regulations/Nurse Practice Act and communicate these orders to the RN Supervisor.
• Utilize a systematic, individualized goal/outcome driven approach in implementing the nursing plan of care.
• Maintain contact with patients, physicians, clinical managers, and other members of the healthcare team in a timely manner regarding patient/family needs and status changes. Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning as appropriate.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential. Share information only when the recipient\'s right to access is clearly established and sharing is in the best interests of the patient.
• Communicate to ensure adherence to professional standards in the provision of and availability of supplies, materials and equipment needed to safely and effectively implement the plan of care.
• Prepare, submit and maintain documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Visit/shift notes documented on day services are rendered.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program or accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
• Current nursing license in the practicing state.
• Valid driver\'s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Two years experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical setting, preferably in a home health or hospice setting.

Pay Range

• $31.00 - $44.00 per visit/unit
• $49,100 - $67,500 per year base pay

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Benefits include medical, dental and vision, 401(k) retirement savings, time off (paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers who work together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives. About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell focuses on whole-person health by addressing physical, emotional and social wellness. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians committed to putting health first. Flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching are available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Humana does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy to take affirmative action in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA to employ and advance individuals with disability or protected veteran status, based on valid job requirements. This policy applies to all employment actions.