What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at AmeriCare Home Health Agency?
AmeriCare Home Health Agency, LLC
Are you looking for a company that treats you like an individual rather than just a number? We work towards growing our staffs’ knowledge alongside growing as a company. We know that if you are successful, we will be successful. This also means if our staff is happy, our patients will also be happy.
Working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in home care will not only give you flexibility but it will also be fulfilling. Leading staff while coordinating with other disciplines will give you the rewarding feeling of helping your clients stay in their home. Working with a company that prides themselves on giving our patients quality care can only mean positive outcomes for your career.
Working with a smaller company means that you will have the support you can rely on to work also for you. Our company pays on a per visit rate, meaning you can basically choose your income by choosing how many visits you want to complete. Alongside of having competitive wages we offer many financial incentives. Our benefit package includes mileage reimbursement, dental insurance, and vision insurance. Eligible employees will also receive paid vacation, 401k with 401k match, and company paid life insurance.
Licensed Practical Nurses will provide patient care under the direction of the patient’s primary care physician. The clinical staff will work alongside you to ensure our patients are getting the care they deserve.
Top Responsibilities of our Licensed Practical Nurses include:
- Administration of medications by setting up pill planners
- Educating patients and/ or caregivers on disease process and medications with documenting their response
- Completing labs draws and completing patient assessment
- Collaborating with the care team and physician for any patient needs
- Communicating with the office staff on schedule changes and any patient issues
- Keeping up to date with all mandated requirements including CPR, in-service training, nursing license, valid driver’s license
- Basic computer knowledge; our electronic medical system is AloraPlus - if you our unsure of this program, we will teach you. It’s super user friendly!
Top Qualities of our Licensed Practical Nurses include:
- Communication
- Compassion
- Positivity
- Patient
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation Skills
We do require all potential employees to pass drug screen and background check along with all other database checks.
See what AmeriCare Home Health Agency, LLC can do for you and apply today!
All job responsibilities and duties will be discussed in detail during orientation. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Human Resources at 937.353.8575 and we can further assist.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.