LPN - Pace

Reid Physician Associates, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Indiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its home care PACE program. The position involves providing skilled nursing care, monitoring patient conditions, and managing medications under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have a current LPN license in Indiana and ideally possess experience working with elderly patients. This role emphasizes patient safety and satisfaction, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and fostering community involvement. Competitive work environment with supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Must possess current licensing as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Indiana.
• Minimum of one year's experience with frail or elderly populations.
• Preferred 3+ years' experience in a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic medical care and monitor patient conditions.
• Educate participants and families on medication and treatments.
• Complete chart documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

Medication management

Wound care

Patient monitoring

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Tools

CPR

IV Certification

Job description

LPN - Pace0106 PACE**Schedule:** Day Shift. 24 hours.3 – 8-hour shifts per week. Hours would be 8a-430p.**About the Position**Under the direction and supervision of the home care Registered Nurse and Clinical Manager, assists with participant medication management and implementation of nursing services in the home setting as needed for the Reid Health PACE program. This individual works hand in hand with PACE care providers to achieve quality outcomes for the participant. Communicates participant’s condition to primary caregivers, providers, and the interdisciplinary team. Accepts other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager and within the scope of practice.**Overview of Responsibilities*** Provide skilled nursing care in the home environment under the direction of a Registered nurse or Provider.* Provide basic medical care, including wound care, medication management, and collecting specimens as directed by the Provider.* Instructs and educates participants and families on medication and treatment instructions.* Monitor and reports changes in patient’s condition to a registered nurse or provider.* Ensures chart documentation is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with practice policy and procedure.* Performs lab tests in accordance with participant's needs and as directed by the Provider. Prepares specimens for in-house and reference labs as appropriate.* Observes, records, and reports participant’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to Providers.* Must be committed to Participant Satisfaction and Participant Safety.* Maintains participants’ medical record and fulfills Reid Health PACE charting and reporting requirements.* Triages participants within scope of practice to determine priority of care.* Participates in administering participant vaccinations. Documents and records appropriately.* Prepares equipment and assists the provider during treatment, examination, and testing of participants.* Assists other staff in the home setting or clinic during appointments and emergencies.* Maintains supply inventory for clinic medication room.* Effectively communicates in clinical meetings or any other meetings as assigned.* Support participants across all care settings.* Monitors operational compliance with OSHA regulations, Infection Control protocol, and agency policies and procedures.* Participates in and supports Quality Improvement initiatives.* Participates in continuing education classes, staff meetings and any required training. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.* Complies with CMS PACE regulations as they pertain to this role.* Performs other duties as required or requested.* This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.**Education & E****xperience*** Education Required: Licensed Practical Nurse* Education Preferred: Licensed Practical Nurse* Experience Required: A minimum of one year's experience working with the frail or elderly population.* Experience Preferred: 3+ years of experience working in health care facility or practice.**Licensure & Certification*** Licensure: Current Licensure in the State of Indiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse.* Certifications: CPR Certification, IV Certification.Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit.The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health.It's more than a place to work.Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care.Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.