Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse

Elara; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays and bereavement

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Elara Caring in Centerville, IA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our home health team. You will implement patient care plans, work with the RN Case Manager, and deliver compassionate, high-quality care in patients' homes.

We value your clinical skills, provide comprehensive benefits, and offer opportunities for professional growth as you help patients stay safe and out of hospitalizations.

Qualifications

• Must hold current State LVN/LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (certificate, diploma or associate degree).
• Minimum 1 year of clinical care experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to travel to patient homes.
• Hospice/home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow each patient's care plan and physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the care team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques.
• Collaborate with RN Case Manager to update care plans as needed.
• Document medication regimens and update profiles per guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, families, and the care team for coordinated care.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits through proactive care.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care with positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Licensed LVN/LPN

Patient care

Care coordination

Mobility assistance

Transportation to visits

Education

Accredited nursing certificate/diploma/Associate degree

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

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!

• Follow each patient's individualized care plan and physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes or safety concerns to the care team.
• Help patients and caregivers learn self-care techniques to support their health.
• Work with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as patient needs change.
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles according to agency guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, families, and the care team to ensure coordinated care.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits through proactive patient care.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care that supports positive patient outcomes.

What is Required?

• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
• 401(K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staffand continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.
• Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

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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