Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health | Maumelle, Arkansas

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Job Description

Deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care as a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supporting patients in their residences. This full-time contract position involves managing a caseload of home health patients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team to promote patient independence and recovery.

Location: Maumelle, AR offers a welcoming community with access to natural parks, recreational activities, and a family-friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference.

Schedule:

• Monday Friday
• 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (with occasional flexibility for patient needs)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct skilled nursing assessments and implement individualized care plans in patients' homes.
• Administer medications, perform wound care, and manage clinical interventions such as IV therapy.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to RN Case Managers or physicians.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medication use, and self-care techniques.
• Document all care and communications accurately using Home Care Home Base (HCHB) software.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care and compliance with care plans.
• Maintain infection control protocols and prioritize patient safety.
• Participate in case conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and mandatory training.

Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted LPN license valid in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in home health, hospice, or community-based nursing.
• Proficiency with Home Care Home Base (HCHB) charting system.
• Valid drivers license, reliable vehicle, and current insurance.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role managing a dynamic patient caseload.

Preferred:

• Experience with Medicare-certified home health agencies.
• Deep knowledge of home health compliance and documentation.
• Patient-focused and excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits include weekly pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance options, 401(k), and a 24/7 customer support line. Mileage reimbursement is typically provided.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your nursing skills in a meaningful home health setting with a supportive team. If you are an experienced LPN with home health expertise and a dedication to patient-centered care, apply now to take the next step in your nursing career.