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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Part Time

VitalCaring Group · LaPlace, LA · 1 wk ago
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At VitalCaring, care isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are. As a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in Home Health, you play a critical role in helping patients heal, recover, and maintain independence in the place they feel most comfortable - their home. You bring consistency, compassion, and hands-on care to every visit, supporting both patients and the broader clinical team.

Why Home Health at VitalCaring

  • Meaningful Patient Impact: You’ll provide one-on-one care and build relationships that allow you to truly see the difference you make.
  • Consistent, Hands-On Care: Deliver skilled nursing services that directly support patient recovery and comfort.
  • Balanced, Flexible Work Environment: Field-based care with the ability to manage your schedule and workload more independently.
  • Supportive Clinical Team: Work under the guidance of an RN while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.
  • Purpose-Driven Work: Every visit is an opportunity to live out our values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called.

About the Role

As a Home Health LPN/LVN, you provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, helping to implement care plans and ensure patients receive safe, effective treatment in their homes. You are a key part of the care team - delivering treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and reinforcing education to support successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act
  • Implement and support the plan of care developed by the RN
  • Deliver skilled nursing services, including treatments, medication support, and wound care
  • Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN and care team
  • Educate patients and caregivers on self-care, treatments, and disease management
  • Maintain infection control and proper use of equipment and supplies
  • Document patient care accurately and timely within the EMR
  • Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members
  • Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing training
  • Support coordinated care by maintaining consistent communication across the care team

Requirements

  • Active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice
  • Graduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing program
  • Current CPR certification
  • Minimum one (1) year nursing experience preferred (Home Health, Med-Surg, or Acute Care a plus)
  • Strong clinical and observational skills
  • Clear communication and patient education abilities
  • Ability to follow care plans while recognizing and reporting changes in condition
  • Basic proficiency with EMR systems
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Skills

  • Experience in home health or community-based care
  • Strong patient engagement and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work independently while staying connected to a team
  • Familiarity with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

What to Expect

  • Field-based role providing care in patients’ homes within an assigned territory
  • Close collaboration with an RN and interdisciplinary team
  • A structured yet flexible daily schedule
  • A role focused on delivering consistent, high-quality patient care
  • Performance expectations tied to quality, documentation, and patient experience

Benefits

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Pharmacy benefits
  • Virtual care and mental health support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee referral program
  • Prepaid legal services
  • Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

  • Generous paid time off
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

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