LPN Home Visits

LHC Group, Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Connecticut is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to offer home care services to behavioral health patients across nearby areas. This role involves providing direct nursing care under supervision, enhancing care coordination, and ensuring compliance with health practices. Candidates should possess LPN licensure and demonstrate flexibility with scheduling. A rewarding environment fosters growth and meaningful patient relationships.

Benefits

Paid training includes a 4-hour self-defense class

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Previous home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice as per state laws.
• Documents patient visits thoroughly in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in the agency’s care coordination process.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Flexibility

Education

LPN licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in New Britain/Newington and surrounding areas to provide home visits to our behavioral health patients! AM/PM weekday and weekend shifts available! PRN or Full Time (32 hours) opportunity!

• Paid training includes a 4 hour self defense class
• 1:1 Patient Care
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule
• Pay: Pay Per Visit ranging from $20 to $130 per visit based on type of visit

At Patient Care, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As LPN's, you can expect:

• opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.
• flexibility for true work-life balance
• career mobility and growth opportunities

If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your nursing career, this is a great opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Home Care Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. She/he works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor. Nursing activities are limited to these in compliance with the State LPN/LVN Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements and agency policies and procedures.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures.
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency’s electronic visit verification program (as applicable).
• Actively participates in the agency’s care coordination process including timely reporting patients’ needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)
• Ensures confidentiality of patient health information per agency policy.

Education and Experience

License Requirements
Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.
Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Current CPR certification required.

Experience Requirements
Previous home care experience preferred

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Company OverviewLHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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Patient Carea part ofLHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:It's all about helping people.