Private Duty LPN

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As the Home & Community Based Services Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill and/or chronically ill patients in their homes, record clinical and progress notes, and coordinate other patient care activities and services to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area assigned to you. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

• Provides high‑quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by state nursing laws, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health‑care team, following all applicable infection‑control procedures.
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable).
• Actively participates in the agency's care‑coordination process, including timely reporting of patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conferences, and communicating effectively with the patient, family, physicians, other clinicians, agency management staff, case coordinator, and community case managers (as applicable).

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in.

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, or access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

• Home‑care experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work independently.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Pay is based on local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other factors. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity‑stock purchase, and a 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role ranges from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full‑time employment.

We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.

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