Licensed Practical Nurse, Hospice Home Care

Leadingage New York, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit healthcare organization as an LPN, providing patient-centered care in New York. Enjoy competitive pay, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional growth. Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to helping individuals heal in their homes.

Benefits

Attractive sign-on bonus

Employer-matched retirement savings program

Generous paid time off

Health insurance with no contribution cost

Comprehensive training

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferred.
• License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report patient progress and health changes.
• Deliver personalized nursing and care management.
• Practice in the community, traveling to patients’ homes.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Empathy

Agility

Education

High school diploma or completion of LPN Program

Job description

Overview

VNS Health Home Care LPNs help redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable—in their homes and community. Our LPNs provide one-on-one, individualized care under the supervision of our Registered Nurses, meeting patients where they are and delivering exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Interested in advancing your clinical career? VNS Health supports and encourages professional growth opportunities for our LPNs, whether that’s expanding clinical knowledge or pursuing additional education to become a Registered Nurse. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.

What We Provide

• Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities
• Pension plan paid for by VNS Health and employer-matched retirement savings program
• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 20 days of paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
• Health insurance for you and your loved ones with no contribution cost (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance
• Personal and financial wellness programs
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Comprehensive training including three weeks of paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills development
• Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects
• Industry-leading technology to help you make informed decisions and deliver quality care

What You Will Do

• Monitor and report patient progress and health changes to supervising registered professional nurse through detailed observations, interviews, and physical/psychosocial care within LPN scope of practice.
• Deliver personalized nursing and care management by constantly evaluating evolving patient needs and adjusting the plan of care.
• Carry out quality-driven care coordination by communicating within the VNS Health interdisciplinary team and across providers and resources to deliver the plan of care effectively and efficiently.
• Practice in the community, traveling to patients’ homes or care facilities, using effective time management and agility to manage weekly caseload and other duties.
• Use empathy and agility to deliver continuity of patient care, including coordinating supplies and providing education.
• Use technology, including tablets, phones, and other systems, to maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMRs) for community patients.
• Provide empowering education and support to patients and their families to help them understand and navigate end-of-life treatment.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State required
• Valid driver’s license may be required based on operational/regional needs

Education:

• High school diploma or completion of LPN Program required

Work Experience:

• Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferred
• Bilingual skills may be required based on operational needs
• Home care/hospice experience preferred
• Employee will primarily perform nursing duties in one service area but will be cross-trained in all three hospice services as needed

Pay Range

USD $36.76 - USD $38.47 per hour

About Us

VNS Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. With over 130 years of innovation in healthcare, we are committed to helping people live, age, and heal where they feel most comfortable—in their homes, connected to family and community. Each day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, expertise, and 24/7 solutions to over 43,000 neighbors. Powered by advanced data analytics, we offer a full range of health services, solutions, and health plans designed to meet the diverse needs of our communities in New York and beyond.