Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse

Elara Caring; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is hiring a licensed practical nurse to provide compassionate, in-home patient care aligned with physician orders and individualized care plans. You will monitor patient progress, document care details, and work closely with the RN Case Manager to adjust plans as patient needs evolve.

The role emphasizes coordination with physicians, patients, families, and care team to prevent hospitalizations and deliver high-quality outcomes. Prior hospice or home health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LVN/LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (certificate/diploma/associates).
• Minimum 1 year of clinical care experience.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs and assist with patient positioning and transfers.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient care plans and physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to care team.
• Teach self-care techniques to patients and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager to update care plans.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

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:

• 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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Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.