Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health

Soap Creek Resources; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for home health visits in Oakdale, MN. The role involves delivering direct skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision, performing wound care, injections, IV therapy, and patient education to promote independence.

Applicants must have an accredited LPN program graduate status and be licensed as an LPN in Minnesota with valid CPR. Travel to multiple locations is required as part of the territory.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience and one year of home health experience.
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to physician orders and maintain medical records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision.
• Execute prescribed treatments including wound care, medications, injections, IV therapy, vital signs, and education.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to RN or physician.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager on care plan development and updates.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, safety and self-care.
• Supervise Home Health Aides and provide feedback on tasks.
• Complete clinical documentation per agency, state, and payer guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and quality initiatives.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols during home visits.
• Manage travel and visit scheduling within the territory.

Skills

Clinical experience

Home health experience

Nursing visits in home care

Education

Graduate of LPN program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health Oakdale, MN

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct skilled nursing care in patients' homes per the physician-ordered plan of care under RN supervision.
• Execute prescribed treatments including wound care, medication administration, injections, IV therapy, vital signs monitoring, and patient education.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly report changes to the RN or physician.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team on care plan development and updates.
• Educate patients and families on disease process, medications, safety, and self-care to foster independence.
• Supervise Home Health Aides and provide feedback on assigned care tasks.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation per agency, state, and payer guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and quality initiatives.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety and infection control protocols during home visits.
• Manage efficient travel and visit scheduling within the assigned territory.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience and one year of home health experience
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to the treatment as prescribed by the physician and provide and maintain paperwork to maintain accurate and complete medical records

Required Certifications and Licensures

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of agency operation
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations