Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health | Florissant, Missouri

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Job Description

Deliver essential care and support to patients where they feel most comfortabletheir own homesas a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Florissant area. In this field-based, contract role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring positive health outcomes, education, and wellbeing for individuals managing acute or chronic health conditions outside a traditional facility setting.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Occasional flexibility to accommodate patient needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a dynamic caseload, conducting 35 patient visits per day (2532 points/week) within an assigned territory
• Perform skilled nursing assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and other ordered interventions
• Provide patient and caregiver education on medication, self-care routines, and disease management
• Meticulously document care and communications in the Home Care Home Base (HCHB) system to ensure compliance and service quality
• Communicate patient status changes promptly to the RN Case Manager or physician, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to adjust and coordinate care
• Maintain infection control standards and overall patient safety
• Join case conferences, quality improvements, and training sessions as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted LPN license in the state
• At least one year of experience in home health, hospice, or similar community-based nursing care
• Proficiency in Home Care Home Base (HCHB) charting system
• Current BLS certification
• Valid drivers license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel within territory
• Excellent clinical judgment, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a field environment

Preferred Experience:

• Work with Medicare-certified home health agencies
• In-depth knowledge of home health compliance and documentation standards
• Strong interpersonal and patient-centered care skills

Whats Offered:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 24/7 customer support line
• 401(k) opportunities

If you are a compassionate LPN with home health experience and a patient-centered approach, apply today to make a real difference in your community.