Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide home health care to patients in their homes. In this full-time role, you will deliver compassionate, high-quality care while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes and help prevent avoidable hospitalizations.

Responsibilities

• Follow each patient's individualized care plan and physician orders
• Monitor patient progress and report changes or safety concerns to the care team
• Help patients and caregivers learn self-care techniques to support their health
• Work with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as patient needs change
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles according to agency guidelines
• Communicate with physicians, patients, families, and the care team to ensure coordinated care
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits through proactive patient care

Required Qualifications

• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• One year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a hospice or home health environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and pet bereavement leave
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement

Note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. E-Verify is required after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 is completed.