Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About the role
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician by following the order sets created by the RNCM. The LPN educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The LPN is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM with on‑call requirements.
Pay
- $10,000 sign‑on bonus
- Guaranteed base hourly rate plus an uncapped bonus structure rewarding excellence, growth, and clinical impact
- Mileage reimbursement
- Additional bonus opportunities
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexible plan options
- Paid time off for eligible teammates
- 401(k) participation opportunity
- Company‑paid life insurance
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of Ohio
- Minimum one year of LPN experience in an acute care setting (two years preferred)
- Home care experience desired
- Effective communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and co‑workers
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and accommodating
- Compassionate and caring approach to patient care
- Knowledge of nursing best practices
- Sound nursing judgment and problem‑solving ability
- Detail‑oriented and observant
- Disciplined work ethic with ability to prioritize and be timely
- Ability to follow directions and work as a team member
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with the employee listed as a driver
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care in the patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician
- Perform care following order sets and goals established by the RN
- Observe and monitor patient conditions
- Notify the RNCM of any changes in patient condition
- Administer medications as prescribed by the physician
- Counsel patients and families on disease/injury processes and management
- Incorporate patient and family in the development of the plan of care
- Help decrease re‑hospitalizations through teaching preventative measures and decision‑making
- Listen to patient and family members
- Complete all clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
- Document all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
- Maintain an active LPN license in the state of employment
- Communicate with the scheduler any changes outside the normal schedule
- Participate in all on‑call requirements and case conferences
- Attend in‑service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
- Maintain a professional appearance as a company representative
- Understand and practice agency policies and procedures
- Drive to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit
- Ensure daily attendance at assigned visit locations
- Document all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours to meet Medicare guidelines
- Complete and submit all required documentation within specified company timeframes
- Provide skilled care within the LPN scope of practice
- Fulfill LPN visits in assigned geographic area per patient need within federal and state specifications
Physical Requirements
Health Requirements: Must meet all physical position requirements. Evidence of a current negative tuberculin skin test or chest x‑ray is required, or TB testing at orientation. An annual tuberculin skin test is required thereafter unless previous TB test documentation exists. Employees must be free of physical/medical conditions that would limit or restrict ability to perform job functions. This position may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Physical Demands: Reasonable accommodations may be made