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Reliable Home Care Providers Inc
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — Field Visits | Lake County, IL
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$57,775 / year median in Illinois
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is hiring a full-time or part-time Home Health LPN to provide skilled nursing visits to patients in their homes across Lake County, IL. Build your own schedule, manage your own caseload, and deliver true one-on-one care — with the autonomy of field nursing and the support of a top-performing agency behind you. About us Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is one of the Top 500 home care providers in the United States, and per The ABILITY Network and Decision Health we are repeatedly recognized in the top 25% of agencies on home health performance measures. We're a supportive, clinically strong team that gives our field nurses real autonomy and the backing to do their best work. Responsibilities- Complete the nursing process — assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Provide skilled nursing visits and coordinate with supervising RN
- Follow the the plan of care
- Serve as the patient's advocate, coordinating with physicians, referral sources, caregivers, and facility staff
- Work under direct supervision of RN
- Coordinate care across the multidisciplinary team (RN,PT, OT, ST, MSW, HHAs, and office staff)
- Complete all skilled nursing documentation timely and accurately in the EMR What this role offers
- $40-$55 per visit , commensurate with experience
- Self-scheduling — you build your week
- Mileage reimbursement for all patient travel
- Full-time or part-time — your choice
- $300 sign-on bonus after 90 days Benefits
- Aetna major medical insurance — fully employer-paid
- Paid time off
- Dental & vision available
- 401(k)
Requirements:
- Current, active Illinois LPN license in good standing
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance (required for travel between patient homes)
- Prior nursing experience; home health experience preferred
- Comfort with clinical documentation software; WellSky Home Health EMR experience is a plus, but not required
- Strong assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to perform the essential functions of field nursing, with or without reasonable accommodation Equal Opportunity Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc.