Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Healthcare FULLTIME

1st Americare; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A home health care provider is seeking a compassionate and experienced LPN to join their team in Morristown, New Jersey. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care in patients' homes, focusing on medical-surgical care, trauma medicine, and infection control. Ideal candidates will possess a current New Jersey LPN license and have experience in home health. Strong communication and documentation skills are a must, as well as the ability to educate patients on their health needs. Flexible shifts are available, and a commitment to promoting patient safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in New Jersey.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an LPN, preferably in home health.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Trach, Vent, G-Tube.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in their homes.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and their families on conditions and self-care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medical documentation

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Experience with Trach

Experience with Vent

Experience with G-Tube

Education

Current LPN license in New Jersey

Minimum of 1 year experience as LPN

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced LPN to join our Home Health team. The successful candidate will provide high‑quality care to patients in their homes, focusing on medical‑surgical care, trauma medicine, and infection control. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in home health, be skilled in medical documentation, and possess a passion for delivering care that exceeds expectations.

Scheduling needs

Shifts available Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 8pm-8am

Additional shifts may be available in another nearby home

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in their homes.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients to identify and address their medical, emotional, and social needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, and monitor patient response.
• Educate patients and their families on medical conditions, treatments, and self‑care techniques.
• Document patient care in accordance with agency policies and standards.
• Provide toddler care, including administering medications, feeding, and bathing, as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medical records, including medical documentation and reporting of patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, adhering to infection control practices and promoting patient safety.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state of New Jersey.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an LPN, preferably in home health or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Trach, Vent, G‑Tube