Job Description
Job Description
Home Health LPN
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, (No Calls, No weekends)
Pay: $37.30 per hour + $0.43/mile
Homebase Office: Owensboro, KY 42303
Counties covered: Daviess, McLean, Ohio, Webester, Henderson
Overview
The Home Health LPN will provide high-quality clinical care to patients in a home health setting, focusing on administering treatments, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring adherence to individual plans of care. This role serves as a key coordinator between patients and a multidisciplinary therapy team while managing essential documentation and infection control protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care following the established plan of care.
- Monitor vital signs and report any abnormal findings to the clinical team.
- Administer medications, feedings, oxygen, and ostomy care as required.
- Coordinate with PT, OT, and Speech Therapists to complete established routines.
- Maintain rigorous infection control policies and report communicable diseases.
- Accurately document nursing actions, progress, and outcomes.
- Manage patient supplies and medications to ensure adequate stock is on hand.
- Ensure all medical equipment is functional and report any faults for repair.
Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED required
· License: Active Kentucky PN License
· 1+ year of Home Health experience
· Proficiency in Wound Care and LPN nursing fundamentals
· Experience with HCHB (Homecare Homebase) is a highly preferred
JOB ID: 167637
Keywords: home health nursing, LPN, licensed practical nurse, patient care, medication administration, wound care, vital signs monitoring, care plan implementation, patient education, chronic disease management, infection control, documentation, EMR/EHR, coordination of care, physician communication, patient assessment, catheter care, IV therapy