LPN | Owensboro, Kentucky

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Job Description

Make a meaningful impact by delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a home health setting. This contract opportunity seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a strong background in community-based nursing to serve patients within their homes and help promote independence, recovery, and education.

Schedule/Hours:

• Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Occasional flexibility for patient needs

Role Overview:

• Field-based position covering an assigned territory
• Manage a caseload of 2532 points per week (about 35 patient visits per day)
• Travel required; reliable transportation and mileage reimbursement typically provided
• Documentation using Home Care Home Base (HCHB) system

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled nursing visits, assessments, and implement tailored care plans for home health patients
• Administer medications, wound care, IV therapy, and other clinical interventions per provider orders
• Closely monitor patient condition, reporting significant changes to the RN Case Manager or physician
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, and self-care techniques
• Maintain all charting and communication with Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
• Ensure infection control, patient safety, and compliance with all care plans and standards
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and participate in case conferences or quality initiatives

Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted LPN license in the state of practice
• At least one year of home health, hospice, or similar experience required
• Proficiency with Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
• Current BLS certification
• Valid drivers license, reliable insured vehicle
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role

Preferred:

• Prior experience with Medicare-certified home health agencies
• Knowledge of home health compliance and documentation

Benefits include weekly pay, a variety of insurance options, 401(k) choices, and 24/7 support. If you are an empathetic, skilled LPN ready for a rewarding contract role in home health, apply today!