Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

PruittHealth; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay in industry

Mileage reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Flexible schedules

Incentive pay

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide basic skilled nursing care under RN supervision in home health in North Wilkesboro, NC. You will document care, monitor patient status, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality outcomes during each visit.

The role requires active LPN licensure, CPR, and the ability to commute to patients in the area. The new pay‑per‑point model delivers top market pay, mileage reimbursement, and flexible schedules to support a

Qualifications

• Basic nursing care and interventions as part of home health.
• Ability to document and communicate patient status clearly.
• Meet licensing and CPR requirements for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients, according to state and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of home care and competency in nursing for specific patient care skills.
• Monitors, documents and reports progress of patient's health and condition using required documents via clinician preferred technology, and within established timelines
• Communicates with RN supervisors and patient care team of any changes noted during care.
• Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
• Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs as required.
• Follows established safety regulations and reports job-related functions/tasks involving hazards.
• Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet regulations and guidelines
• Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and deadlines.

Skills

Basic nursing care

Home health care

Documentation

Education

Nursing degree or LPN program graduate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse LPN – Home Health Services

Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or commutable to Wilkes or Yadkin County, North Carolina

Home is where the heart is!That's why PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family.

New Pay Per Point Model – Top pay in the industry

Our Compensation Plan for our clinicians is top of market and pays higher for visits that require greater effort. By assigning higher point values, we can directly tie your compensation to the work you perform, and time spent outside of a visit.

Job Purpose

Provide basic skilled nursing care under RN supervision, through proficient application of nursing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients, according to state and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of home care and competency in nursing for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of patient care.
• Monitors, documents and reports progress of patient's health and condition using required documents via clinician preferred technology, and within established timelines
• Communicates with RN supervisors and patient care team (as appropriate) of any changes noted during care.
• Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards (e.g., ABN’s, subsequent visits, physician orders, care coordination, etc.).
• Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/Joint Commission), mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs (e.g., Performance Improvement Program) as required.
• Follows established safety regulations and procedures and reports job‑related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards, as necessary.
• Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines
• Ability to be self‑directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

As a member of our team

clinicians will have access to top‑of‑the‑market pay structures with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunity for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules – plus a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners.

Minimum Education Required

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved LPN program.

Minimum Experience Required

• Minimum of one (1) year of practical nursing experience

Licensure/Certification Required By Law

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Liability insurance to complete home visits
• Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health/hospice experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Acute care experience with adult and aging populations.

Family Makes Us Stronger.

Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! to get started at PruittHealth!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Primary Location

North Carolina‑North Wilkesboro

Schedule

Full‑time

Shift

1st Shift

Job Posting

Sep 8, 2026, 12:56:12 PM

Work Locations

PruittHealth Hospice Wilkes