Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Winamac

Altra Homecare Group; Winamac (IN); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Training on complex care

Résumé du poste

Altra Home Health in Winamac, IN is seeking a licensed practical nurse to deliver compassionate home-based care to pediatric and adult patients. You will assess, administer medications, manage devices, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team in patients' homes.

We offer flexible shift options from 4 to 12 hours, opportunities for long-term assignments or varied schedules, and training to support G-tube, trach, or ventilator care as needed. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Indiana LPN license (or compact license) required.
• 1–2 years clinical nursing experience, home health and pediatric preferred.
• G-tube, trach, or vent care experience is a plus (training provided).
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; reliable transportation required.

Responsabilités

• Conduct head-to-toe assessments and implement personalized care plans.
• Provide hands-on care including G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, trach care, and ventilator support.
• Interact with patients empathetically and professionally.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, emergency response, and therapies.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and team members to deliver excellent home care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities per agency and state standards.
• Uphold safety, infection control, and patient privacy.

Connaissances

Active LPN license

CPR certification

Strong communication skills

Independent decision-making

Reliable transportation with valid DL

Description du poste

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (Home Health) – Private Duty

Agency: Altra Home Health
Location: Winamac
Position Type: Full-time/Part-time/PRN
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Job Summary

Altra Home Health is looking for a caring and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to become part of our team. In this rewarding position, you'll deliver personalized, top-notch care to pediatric and adult patients in the comfort of their own homes. Many of our patients face complex medical challenges, including gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), cerebral palsy, chronic conditions, and occasionally tracheostomy or ventilator support. You'll be instrumental in fostering safety, comfort, and quality of life—empowering patients to receive the care they need right where they feel most comfortable: home.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and carry out personalized care plans.

• Deliver hands-on care such as G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, trach care, and ventilator support.

• Approach every patient interaction with professionalism and genuine empathy.

• Guide and empower patients and caregivers with education on disease management, emergency response, and therapeutic techniques.

• Partner closely with physicians, therapists, and fellow team members to deliver the best possible care.

• Keep accurate, timely documentation of all care activities in line with agency and state standards.

• Uphold the highest standards of safety, infection control, and patient privacy.

Shift Information

• Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours, tailored to patient needs and nurse availability.

• Flexible scheduling for day, evening, and weekend shifts.

• Choose from consistent long-term assignments or varied schedules.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Indiana or an active compact LPN license.

• Minimum of [1–2] years of clinical nursing experience (home health and pediatric experience strongly preferred).

• Experience with G-tube, trach, or vent care is a plus (training provided).

• Current CPR certification.

• Sharp critical thinking and confident independent decision-making.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Why Join Altra Home Health

• Make a real difference in the lives of medically complex patients.

• Become part of a supportive, collaborative care team.

• Enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive pay.

• Grow your skills with ongoing training.

• Join a mission-driven agency dedicated to compassionate, individualized care.