LPN or LVN

Home Care for the 21st Century- North Hillsborough; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Family First Healthcare Services in Florida seeks a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver in-home skilled nursing care, educate patients and families, and maintain high-quality care within home environments.

The role requires an active LPN license, ability to travel to patient homes, and strong English communication; bilingual English/Spanish preferred. A supportive team offers flexible scheduling and 24/7 assistance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Active LPN license in the state.
• 1+ year of home health experience preferred.
• Criminal background check required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must communicate well in English (written and spoken).
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive in-home skilled nursing care.
• Educate patients and families to enhance patient well-being.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure consistent quality of care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

LPN license

Job description

Family First Healthcare Services in Florida is seeking highly compassionate caregivers in Home Healthcare.

As a family of caregivers, our patient centric approach and enhanced emphasis on optimal patient outcomes is deeply rooted in every one of our interactions. Our Home Health Care team leads by example—ensuring that the promise of our culture of care is delivered to each and every individual our organization has a relationship with, from clients, patients to everyone in between.

Our Mission has always been to improve the quality of life for those that we serve, and we strive to deliver upon this with EVERY patient/client experience. It is consistently about the people that we serve and for our team members – our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide the very best care.

We are looking for Caregivers who align with our core values.

What You’ll Do

You will help provide comprehensive skilled care and treatment that allows patients to remain in their own homes and live independently. In addition to providing essential care, you will work with patients and their families to educate them and ensure the well-being of the patient.

You’ll Fit In If

• You’re warm, compassionate, patient, intelligent, cheerful, trustworthy, and reliable
• You’re deeply committed to caring for others
• You take initiative, are resourceful, and communicate effectively
• You have an unwavering, passionate commitment to the customer experience and service excellence

Our Promise to You

• A culture of appreciation, gratitude and excellence. You'll feel like family, and you'll notice it right away! We do everything we can to ensure that your voice is heard and that you feel supported.
• The hours you want. Our scheduling team is devoted to getting you the visits you want and keeping you busy.
• Stability or flexibility - whatever works for you. Full-time, part-time, and per diem positions are available.
• The support you need to be successful. There's a team member there to assist you 24/7. Detailed, up-to-date care plans and collaboration with Family First Healthcare Services - North Hillsborough Care Managers will help you feel equipped and comfortable.

Qualifications

1. Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
2. Must hold an active license in the state as a Licensed Practical Nurse
3. One, or more, years of experience, in community/home health agency setting, is preferred.
4. Must have a criminal background check.
5. Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted
6. The ability to communicate well, both, verbally, and in writing, in English, is required.
7. Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Environment

Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care is provided in client’s living environment with varying situations, including private homes, independent or assisted living or in an institution such as a hospital or long-term care facility. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Travel required. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues and other potentially infectious material such as body fluids/tissues.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Corrected visual and hearing acuity required.

Level II Background Screenings will be completed on all applicants. Please use the following link to access the AHCA Clearinghouse for additional information: Clearinghouse Results Website - CRW | AHCA - Clearinghouse Results Website - CRW