Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Territory

The Christ Hospital Home Health Care; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401k participation

Company paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Home Health Care seeks an experienced LPN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes across the assigned geographic area. You will follow physician orders, monitor conditions, administer meds, and educate patients and families to support safe, independent living.

Daily rounds are Monday through Friday with on-call responsibilities; the role emphasizes compassionate, compliant care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the RNCM and scheduling team to maintain

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting; two years preferred.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.
• Administers medications and follows physician orders.
• Educates patient and family on disease/injury management and plan of care.
• Completes clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.
• Maintains active LPN license and participates in on-call requirements.

Skills

LPN license

Communication skills

Direct patient care

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Agency: The Christ Hospital Home Health Care

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM with on-call requirements

SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician by following the order sets created by the RNCM within specified geographical territory. The LPN educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The LPN is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

WHAT WE OFFER

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We’ve launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you’ll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market.

• We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.
• Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off
• Opportunity to participate in 401k
• Company paid life insurance
• Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating.
• Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
• Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.
• Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions.
• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician.
• Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage.
• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care.
• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
• Listens to patient and family members.
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Maintains active LPN license in state of employment.
• Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal.
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company.
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visit to meet Medicare guidelines.
• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
• Knowledgeable with providing skilled care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Fulfills LPN visits in assigned geographic location per patient need within federal and state specifications.
• Per visit compensation refers to a lump sum payment for all activities in connection with a visit to a patient. It is compensation not only for the time involved in doing patient care but for preparation time, travel, lab drops, picking up supplies, charting, and communication with the patient’s family, physician, and other health care providers.

HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS

Health Requirements: Must be able to meet all physical position requirements. Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or x-ray or receive TB testing at the date of orientation. Thereafter an annual tuberculin skin test is required, unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test. Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions, which would limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed below. Employees in this position may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Post-acute care is at the center of improving health outcomes. We care for patients where they spend the majority of their time – in their homes. This privileged position allows us to see things that are invisible to a patient’s primary care or hospital physician, and to deliver the best possible care tailored to each patient’s setting. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve away from hospital-centric care, our work, caring for patients in their homes becomes more important than ever. We start at the facility bedside and coordinate each patient’s transition back to their home, ensuring a smooth transition and that their care plan is right for them. We support complex, high-acuity, medically-at-risk aging patients. This is the most challenging group of individuals to serve, and we find it the most rewarding. And we do this all in partnership with health systems. Together we create a seamless care environment that enables patients to receive excellent care in the setting that best meets their needs.