Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Bloomington (IN); In loco; USD 36.000 - 47.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Sign-on bonus

Mileage reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Descrizione del lavoro

Alternate Solutions Health Network is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide skilled home health care across Bloomington, IN. You’ll follow physician orders, monitor patient conditions, and educate patients and families to support independence and prevent hospitalizations.

The role requires strong communication, meticulous documentation, and the ability to travel between patient homes. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with competitive benefits and a team-driven work environment.

Competenze

• Active LPN license in Indiana.
• Minimum one year in acute care; two years preferred.
• Home health experience desired.

Mansioni

• Provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes as ordered by physician.
• Observe, monitor, and document patient conditions and changes.
• Administer medications as prescribed and educate patient/family.
• Coordinate with RN, scheduler, and care team for smooth visits.
• Maintain Medicare guidelines in all documentation.

Conoscenze

LPN license

Home care experience

Acute care experience

Communication skills

Patient education

Formazione

Indiana LPN license

Descrizione del lavoro

Our 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.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM with on-call requirements

**$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS**

WHAT WE OFFER:

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We’ve launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you’ll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating.
• Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
• Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.
• Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions.
• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician.
• Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage.
• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care.
• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
• Listens to patient and family members.
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Maintains active LPN license in state of employment.
• Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal.
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company.
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visit to meet Medicare guidelines.
• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
• Knowledgeable with providing skilled care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Fulfills LPN visits in assigned geographic location per patient need within federal and state specifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Travel is required for this position.

Constantly (66%-100%):

• Reading, Speaking, Writing English
• Communications Skills
• Computer/PDA Usage
• Hand/finger dexterity
• Hearing/Seeing
• Talking in person
• Hearing in person
• Vision for close work

Frequently (34%-66%):

• Walking
• Sitting
• Driving
• Talking on the phone
• Hearing on the phone

Occasionally (2%-33%):

• Bending
• Standing
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
• Stretching/Reaching
• Climbing
• Stooping (bend at waist)
• Distinguish smell/taste

Rarely (1% or less):

N/A

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We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.