Job Description
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health
Foundation Home Health | Lake Havasu City, AZ
Foundation Home Health is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our growing team in the Lake Havasu City community. This is an incredible opportunity to provide one-on-one, high-quality patient care in the comfort of their home environment, promoting independence and overall well-being.
If you are an independent, empathetic nurse who thrives on building meaningful relationships with patients and their families, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join Foundation Home Health?
- Make a Direct Impact: Provide truly personalized, one-on-one care that significantly impacts patient recovery and quality of life.
- Autonomy and Flexibility: Manage your daily schedule with a level of independence not often found in facility-based nursing.
- Community Focus: Serve the wonderful residents of Lake Havasu City and the surrounding areas.
- Supportive Team: Work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (PT, OT, Social Work) dedicated to holistic care.
Key Responsibilities
The Home Health LPN provides skilled nursing services within the scope of the Arizona Nurse Practice Act, following the established plan of care.
Clinical Care & Procedure
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments (oral, injectable, topical) safely and accurately.
- Perform skilled nursing procedures, including wound care and dressing changes, catheter care, and ostomy management.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs and overall health status, reporting any significant changes to the supervising RN or physician immediately.
- Collect samples for laboratory tests as ordered.
- Assist with the coordination of care with other healthcare disciplines (PT, OT, etc.) and community resources.
Patient Support & Education
- Provide direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
- Educate patients and family members on disease management, safe medication usage, and self-care techniques to foster independence.
- Offer emotional support and companionship, recognizing the psychological and social aspects of recovery and chronic illness.
- Ensure a safe home environment, performing fall and safety assessments.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical records and documentation using our electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Adhere strictly to all Foundation Home Health policies, procedures, and state/federal regulatory guidelines (e.g., Medicare/Medicaid).
✅ Qualifications
Required
- Current, valid, and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Arizona.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- A minimum of one (1) year of professional nursing experience, with home health, hospice, or medical/surgical experience preferred.
- Reliable transportation, a valid Arizona Driver's License, and current auto insurance, as travel between patient homes is required.
- Strong critical thinking, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for working with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Preferred
- Prior experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, specifically in a home health setting.
Foundation Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.