Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health

CareerNerds; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC seeks an LPN for home health in Oakdale, MN. You will provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes under RN supervision, perform wound care, med administration, injections, IV therapy, and monitor vital signs.

You will collaborate with the care team, educate patients and families, supervise aides, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to safety protocols and efficient scheduling across assigned territory.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current license as LPN or LVN in the state of operation.
• CPR certification must be valid during employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision.
• Perform treatments including wound care, meds, injections, IV therapy, and vital signs.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to RN or physician.
• Collaborate with RN Case Manager and care team on plans of care.
• Educate patients and families on disease, meds, safety, and self-care.

Education

LPN/LVN license in state of operation

CPR certification

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