LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description

 

Klarus Home Health is looking for a full time / part time or PRN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN / LVN) to join our dedicated team to provide community based care for our patients currently receiving home health services in the Englewood, Aurora, Lakewood and/or Denver metro area.  


The primary function of the LPN is to provide nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients of all ages in their place of residence. The LPN will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide nursing care to patients of all ages in their homes under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary group, patient/family, and referring agency.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
  • Monitor patient health and report any changes to the supervising RN.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
  • Educate patients and their families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and progress.

Job Qualifications:

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
  • Licensure: Current State license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if practicing in a state member of the NLC. Must have a current driver's license.
  • Experience: Two years’ experience as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in a clinical care setting.  Home health experience highly preferred.
  • EMR system:  HCHB experience highly preferred 
  • Skills: Proficiency in nursing skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
  • Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid, current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

  • Work in patients' homes in various conditions.
  • Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
  • Some exposure to unpleasant weather conditions.

Physical and Mental Effort:

  • Prolonged standing and walking required.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
  • Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs.
  • Ability to make quick decisions and acquire necessary resources.
  • Must meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.
  • Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

  Benefits for full time employees:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance
  • PTO - 80 hours 
  • 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
  • 401k retirement savings plan
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Competitive compensation package
Salary Description
$28.00 - $35.00