Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Elkhart (Weekly Pay and Flexible Hours)

Altra Homecare Group; Elkhart (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Altra Home Health in Elkhart, IN is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our home-based care team. You will deliver personalized care to pediatric and adult patients in their homes, addressing complex medical needs, including G-tubes, trach care, and ventilator support, while ensuring safety, comfort, and quality of life.

Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours with day, evening, and weekend options, offering long-term assignments or varied schedules.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Indiana or an active compact LPN license.
• 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience (home health and pediatric preferred).
• Experience with G-tube, trach, or vent care is a plus (training provided).
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong critical thinking and independent decision-making.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct head-to-toe assessments and implement personalized care plans.
• Provide hands-on care: G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, trach care, and ventilator support.
• Maintain professionalism and empathy in every interaction.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, emergency response, and therapy techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Document all care activities accurately and timely per standards.
• Uphold safety, infection control, and patient privacy.

Skills

Critical thinking

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

LPN license (Indiana or compact)

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (Home Health) – Private Duty

Agency: Altra Home Health
Location: Elkhart
Position Type: Full-time/Part-time/PRN
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Job Summary

Altra Home Health is looking for a caring and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to become part of our team. In this rewarding position, you'll deliver personalized, top-notch care to pediatric and adult patients in the comfort of their own homes. Many of our patients face complex medical challenges, including gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), cerebral palsy, chronic conditions, and occasionally tracheostomy or ventilator support. You'll be instrumental in fostering safety, comfort, and quality of life—empowering patients to receive the care they need right where they feel most comfortable: home.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and carry out personalized care plans.

• Deliver hands-on care such as G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, trach care, and ventilator support.

• Approach every patient interaction with professionalism and genuine empathy.

• Guide and empower patients and caregivers with education on disease management, emergency response, and therapeutic techniques.

• Partner closely with physicians, therapists, and fellow team members to deliver the best possible care.

• Keep accurate, timely documentation of all care activities in line with agency and state standards.

• Uphold the highest standards of safety, infection control, and patient privacy.

Shift Information

• Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours, tailored to patient needs and nurse availability.

• Flexible scheduling for day, evening, and weekend shifts.

• Choose from consistent long‑term assignments or varied schedules.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Indiana or an active compact LPN license.

• Minimum of [1–2] years of clinical nursing experience (home health and pediatric experience strongly preferred).

• Experience with G-tube, trach, or vent care is a plus (training provided).

• Current CPR certification.

• Sharp critical thinking and confident independent decision‑making.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Why Join Altra Home Health

• Make a real difference in the lives of medically complex patients.

• Become part of a supportive, collaborative care team.

• Enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive pay.

• Grow your skills with ongoing training.

• Join a mission‑driven agency dedicated to compassionate, individualized care.