Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

About the Role

Provide basic skilled nursing care under RN supervision through proficient application of the nursing process. Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or are commutable to Wake or Johnston County, NC.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients, according to state and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of home care and competency in nursing for specific patient care skills required for patient care.
• Monitors, documents, and reports progress of patient's health and condition using required documents via clinician-preferred technology and within established timelines.
• Communicates with RN supervisors and patient care team of any changes noted during care.
• Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care according to industry standards (e.g., ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, care coordination).
• Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/Joint Commission), mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs (e.g., Performance Improvement Program) as required.
• Follows established safety regulations and procedures and reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards as necessary.
• Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an accredited/approved LPN program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of practical nursing experience.
• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Liability insurance to complete home visits.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health/hospice experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Acute care experience with adult and aging populations.

Benefits

• Top-of-the-market pay structures with unlimited income potential under a new Pay Per Point Model.
• Progressive benefit plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Opportunity for career growth.
• Additional pay incentives.
• Flexible schedules.

Schedule

Full-time, 1st Shift.

Primary Location: North Carolina-Raleigh.