Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN – Intake Home Health – Up to $15K Sign On Bonus

POSITION TYPE: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

SPECIALTY UNIT: Intake Home Health

LOCATION: Centennial, Co

SHIFT: Days

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus if applicable

Home health nursing plays an important role in the healthcare field. This form of nursing offers a high level of independence and dignity to patients and their family members. Over 7 million people in the U.S. require the services of a home health nurse due to a permanent disability, acute illness, terminal illness, or long-term health issue. This area of nursing is among the fastest growing of all nursing areas. The skills of a home health nurse make the needs of patients and family members a huge priority.

Job Description:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide medical support under supervision of a registered nurse, provides quality care to patients and performs technical skilled care in patient’s home in compliance with nursing standards, federal, state, local government regulations and company clinical policies.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned patients based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or a Registered Nurse designee.
• Ensures quality and safe delivery of home health services to patients/clients and families/caregivers.
• Implements plan of care formulated by physician and Registered Nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient/client and family caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Maintains safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with company clinical standards.
• Participates in coordination of home health services with Registered Nurse and clinical management. 
• Assists patient in learning appropriate self-care activities.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Documents and reports activity as required. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will be expected to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by management.
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Job Benefits:

• Unique, rewarding opportunity caring for patients in their homes
• Competitive compensation
• 401K
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Paid time off for full-time staff
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Requirements:

Two years of recent LPN experience

One year of home care, hospice or home infusion experience preferred

Previous experience in a discharge planning, preferred

Requires knowledge in nursing, evidence-based practice methods, and person-centered care concepts

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program

HS GED

LPN

CPR

Drivers License

IV Cert