LVN Home Health

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health care organization is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join their team in Houston. This role focuses on delivering direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring compliance with treatment plans. With a commitment to improving patient health in a home setting, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are dedicated to providing quality care and fostering patient education, this is the ideal role for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and licensed to practice in Texas.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience, preferably in home care or hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care based on approved treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure effective patient care.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

CPR or BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Responsibilities

At Post Health, we strive to embody our mission of delivering hope and healing to those we serve. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team and help embody this mission. As a PRN LPN you will deliver direct patient care based on approved treatment plans while adhering to clinical protocols and guidelines.

• Collaborate and coordinate with the RN Case Manager and other healthcare team members to ensure effective patient care according to the treatment plan and patient care guidelines.
• Conduct patient visits as specified by the physician’s treatment plan, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and county regulations.
• Make skilled observations of patients' physical and mental conditions, documenting care provided accurately.
• Report any changes in patient condition to supervisors and the attending physician in a timely manner.
• Provide patient education to patients and caregivers, fostering understanding of care plans and health management.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs, customs, and feelings of patients and their families.
• Participate in case conferences and in-services or special case orientations.
• Complete and submit all required documentation accurately and promptly.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and licensed to practice in the respective state.
• Current CPR or BLS certification with hands-on demonstration is required and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience; one year of home care or hospital nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent clinical skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and build interpersonal relationships.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Valid Driver’s license and compliant auto liability insurance coverage as per organizational policy.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems, such as HomeCare HomeBase, is a plus.

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Overview

NOW HIRING A PRN LPN/LVN for Houston Areas

Post Health at Home is a full-service health care organization that believes the best place for our patients to heal is in their own home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch.