Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full Time

vitalcaringgroup; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCaring in Lafayette, LA seeks a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide direct home health care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help implement care plans and ensure patients receive safe, effective treatment in their homes.

This field-based role emphasizes compassionate, patient-focused care, with opportunities to educate families and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience preferred (Home Health, Med-Surg, or Acute Care a plus)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act
• Implement and support the plan of care developed by the RN
• Deliver skilled nursing services, including treatments, medication support, and wound care
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN and care team
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care, treatments, and disease management
• Maintain infection control and proper use of equipment and supplies
• Document patient care accurately and timely within the EMR
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing training
• Support coordinated care by maintaining consistent communication across the care team

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Graduate of accredited practical/vocational nursing program

Job description

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) - Home Health

Field-Based | Patient-Focused Care | Clinical Support Role

Join VitalCaring - Where Your Care Makes a Difference

At VitalCaring, care isn't just what we do - it's who we are.

As a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in Home Health, you play a critical role in helping patients heal, recover, and maintain independence in the place they feel most comfortable - their home. You bring consistency, compassion, and hands-on care to every visit, supporting both patients and the broader clinical team.

If you're looking for a role where you can build meaningful patient relationships while delivering high-quality, personalized care - this is it.

Why Home Health at VitalCaring

Meaningful Patient Impact

You'll provide one-on-one care and build relationships that allow you to truly see the difference you make.

Consistent, Hands-On Care

Deliver skilled nursing services that directly support patient recovery and comfort.

Balanced, Flexible Work Environment

Field-based care with the ability to manage your schedule and workload more independently.

Supportive Clinical Team

Work under the guidance of an RN while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

Purpose-Driven Work

Every visit is an opportunity to live out our values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called.

Role Overview

As a Home Health LPN/LVN, you provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, helping to implement care plans and ensure patients receive safe, effective treatment in their homes.

You are a key part of the care team - delivering treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and reinforcing education to support successful outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act
• Implement and support the plan of care developed by the RN
• Deliver skilled nursing services, including treatments, medication support, and wound care
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN and care team
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care, treatments, and disease management
• Maintain infection control and proper use of equipment and supplies
• Document patient care accurately and timely within the EMR
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing training
• Support coordinated care by maintaining consistent communication across the care team

What You Bring

• Active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice
• Graduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing program
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience preferred (Home Health, Med-Surg, or Acute Care a plus)
• Strong clinical and observational skills