Licensed Practical Nurse LPN | Sign-on Bonus

Elara; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement for full-time/ED

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse to join our home health team. You will provide one-to-one in-home care, support care plans, and collaborate with RNs and physicians to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes autonomy, flexible scheduling, and a dedicated scheduler to minimize drive time. A 2,500 sign-on bonus is offered with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing.
• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse.
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting.
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment preferred.
• 50% travel required.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds; positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and delivers care per RN delegation and physician orders.
• Incorporates patient care goals from the Plan of Care into nursing visits with proper documentation.
• Communicates significant findings or changes in condition to the RN Case Manager and other team members.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the RN Case Manager and physician as appropriate.
• Implements the safety plan using patient, family, and community resources.
• Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.

Skills

Clinical experience

Travel readiness

Education

Certificate/Diploma/Associate in Nursing

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Job Description

$2,500 Sign on bonus!

Licensed Vocational/ Practical Nurse

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. That’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting.

As a Skilled Home Health Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse you can expect:

Autonomy and flexibility in your day

Dedicated scheduler helps you stay localized each day to cut down on drive time

Ambient listening technology makes documentation as easy as conversation

Treatment in home means faster recovery for patients and more rewarding visits for you

Care the way it’s meant to be — 1:1; just you and one patient at a time

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse with commitment and compassion.

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

• Work in a collaborative environment.
• Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement

As a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
• Communicates significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate.
• Implements the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources.
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care.

What is Required?

• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred
• 50% travel required
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipmen
• Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks

You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Pay & Benefit Information

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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