Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nights and Weekends

Giving Home Health Care; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing personalized in-home care for individuals impacted by health conditions. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you'll play a crucial role in executing care plans, managing medications, and collaborating with a supportive healthcare team. This flexible position allows you to work nights and weekends, providing essential care to patients in their homes. With a competitive pay range and a generous sign-on bonus, this opportunity is perfect for dedicated professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Apply now to start a fulfilling career in healthcare!

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Compassionate and skilled RN or LPN for patient care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current license.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician-prescribed care plans and document accurately.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care with healthcare team.
• Monitor vitals and provide education to patients and families.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work under stress

Basic to end-of-life medical management

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current State or Compact RN or LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nights and Weekends

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Pay Range

This range is provided by Giving Home Health Care. Your actual pay will depend on your skills and experience. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has supported individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. We focus on personalized, in-home care and are committed to helping those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing provider, we serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

If you’re compassionate, patient-focused, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us deliver exceptional care to those in need.

We’re offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for this role! Join us and enjoy this benefit as a thank-you for your dedication. Take the next step in your career—apply now!

We seek a compassionate and skilled RN or LPN in the Paducah, KY area to provide patient care according to a physician’s care plan. This is a 1099 contract position, with care provided at the patient’s residence. Patients may require weekly visits or 24-hour care, offering flexible scheduling options, from short weekly visits to full 12-hour shifts or a combination.

Once accepted into our program, there is no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with patients. You will advocate for patients and work closely with them, collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and physicians.

Shifts are flexible, including night and weekend options, ideal for PRN or full-time work. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician-prescribed care plans
• Document care provided accurately
• Manage medications, treatments, and therapies
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Monitor vitals and GI intake/output
• Assess skin integrity and perform wound care
• Observe changes in patient condition
• Communicate with family, physicians, and case managers
• Provide education and training to patients and families
• Work one-on-one with patients at home
• Supervise CNAs and Personal Care Attendants
• Perform other care duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate or Baccalaureate)
• Current State or Compact RN or LPN license
• CPR certification
• TB test and physical exam
• Maintain required insurance
• Good interpersonal skills
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and move patients
• Ability to work under stress and make quick decisions
• Dependable transportation and willingness to commute
• Ability to provide basic to end-of-life medical management

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of clinical or home health experience as RN or LPN
• Ability to assist with two-person transfers

We are committed to a supportive, inclusive culture with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today and start a fulfilling career with Giving Home!

Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable work environment. We adhere to all pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We regularly review our policies to maintain transparency and fairness.