Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Ashealthnet; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) participation

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Summa Home Health is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time, in-home patient care in Akron, OH. You will provide one-on-one skilled nursing, follow orders, monitor conditions, administer medications, and educate patients and families to support recovery at home.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to reduce readmissions, maintain detailed clinical documentation, and ensure timely communication of changes in schedule or patient status.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license required.
• Minimum 1 year of LPN experience in an acute care setting.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance.
• Strong communication, time management, and documentation skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes.
• Follow physician orders and care plans created by the Case Manager.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families using teach-back methods.
• Help reduce hospital readmissions through patient education and preventative care.
• Complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency and Medicare guidelines.
• Communicate schedule or availability changes with the appropriate team members.

Skills

LPN license

Home health experience

Strong communication

Time management

Documentation skills

Valid driver's license

Compassionate patient care

Job description

## Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Apply: Akron, OH: Full time: Posted Today: 13603Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. **Summa Home Health** **Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm. on call one weekend a month 8am to 8am. on call 2 weeknights a month 5 pm to 8am. work two holidays a year on a rotation.** **Territory: Macedonia, Twinsburg, Aurora, Hiram, Hudson, Kent, Streetsboro, Kent, Ravenna, Rootstown, Cuyahoga Falls, Stow areas** **Guaranteed Base Hourly Rate + Uncapped Bonus Opportunities Mileage Reimbursement** **Provide Meaningful Care Beyond the Bedside**Join Summa Home Health as a Licensed Practical Nurse and make a direct impact by helping patients recover safely and comfortably in their own homes.As a Home Health LPN, you’ll provide one-on-one skilled nursing care, build meaningful relationships with patients and families, and work alongside a supportive interdisciplinary team focused on positive patient outcomes.**Why Join Summa Home Health?** Guaranteed base hourly rate Uncapped bonus opportunities Mileage reimbursement Flexible scheduling Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off 401(k) participation Company-paid life insurance Employee Assistance Program Supportive clinical, scheduling, and admissions teams**What You’ll Do*** Provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes* Follow physician orders and care plans created by the Case Manager* Monitor patient conditions and report changes* Administer medications and treatments as prescribed* Educate patients and families using teach-back methods* Help reduce hospital readmissions through patient education and preventative care* Complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency and Medicare guidelines* Communicate schedule or availability changes with the appropriate team members**Qualifications*** Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license* Minimum of 1 year of LPN experience in an acute care setting* Home health experience preferred* Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance* Strong communication, time management, and documentation skills* Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused**Make a Difference Every Day***If you’re an LPN looking for more autonomy, one-on-one patient care, and the opportunity to support patients throughout their recovery journey, we’d love to connect with you.*#INDSUMHH5We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!