LPN: Care Coordinator & Patient Advocate

Advocate Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide assessments and treatments under RN supervision in a patient-centered home-care setting. Extensive travel within North Carolina is required to reach patients and branch offices, with a focus on quality of care and documentation.

CPR certification and 1 year of relevant experience are preferred. Strong communication and time-management skills are essential for coordinating care and ensuring safe, effective patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience performing assessments and providing treatments.
• Must meet state continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient and family rights to quality, cost-effective care under RN supervision.
• Adapts practice to current standards based on evidence.
• Participates in efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety.
• Documents thoroughly to support reimbursement and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care.
• Recognizes changes in clinical situations and consults with RN for actions.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

LPN license in state of practice

CPR certification

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide assessments and treatments under RN supervision in a patient-centered home-care setting. Extensive travel within North Carolina is required to reach patients and branch offices, with a focus on quality of care and documentation.

CPR certification and 1 year of relevant experience are preferred. Strong communication and time-management skills are essential for coordinating care and ensuring safe, effective patient outcomes.