Licensed Practical Nurse- Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Direct deposit

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Luzerne County is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team on a per-visit basis, with options for per diem, part-time, or full-time roles.

You will visit adult clients in their homes, perform medications, wound care, assessments, and coordinate with the care team. A PA LPN license and at least one year of recent experience are required; home health experience is preferred. Must travel to cases as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LPN license in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of one year of recent, verifiable LPN experience.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; transcripts or diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Administer medications, perform wound care, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor client conditions and report changes to the Clinical Manager.
• Document doctors' orders and care activities in EMRs.
• Perform client assessments and coordinate case management.

Skills

Compassionate care

Time management

Strong interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Computer skills

Ability to travel

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license PA

Graduation from accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Per Diem, Part-Time, or Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. This office services our adult clients on a per visit basis in homes throughout Luzerne County.

One year prior clinical experience as a licensed Practical Nurse is required.

As a home care nurse, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Benefits:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and life insurance; mileage reimbursement; paid time off; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities:

• Making home visits to clients living in designated territories.
• Performing assigned duties, including administration of medication, wound care, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitoring clients' conditions; reporting changes to Clinical Manager and Client Services Manager.
• Following up with, executing, and properly documenting doctors' orders.
• Performing client assessments as necessary.
• Case management and coordination.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing electronic medical records on a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Qualifications of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• A current license as a Licensed Practice Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania.
• A minimum of one year of recent, verifiable experience as an LPN.
• Graduation from an accredited and approved nursing program, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Prior home care experience strongly preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
• Ability to travel to cases as assigned.

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our LPNs who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.