What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health LPN - Heartland Home Health position at Gentiva?
Compassionate Care. Patient Focused. Home Health Excellence.
Heartland Home Health is looking for a Full Time LPN to join our team in Midland, MI.
At Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, we believe every day is an opportunity to deliver personalized, meaningful care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. We provide skilled nursing and support services that empower patients to recover, heal, and live safely at home.
LPN Licensure - Michigan- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p
What You’ll Do as a Home Health LPN:
- Deliver skilled nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, following the patient’s individualized Plan of Care.
- Assist in assessing patient and family needs and contribute to planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
- Provide direct care for illness management, rehabilitation support, and preventive health education.
- Report changes in patient condition promptly to the supervising RN and interdisciplinary team.
- Document all care and communication clearly and accurately.
- Attend staff meetings and participate in team-based care planning.
- Build supportive, professional relationships with patients and their families, helping them feel safe and confident in their home care journey.
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
- Active LPN license in the state of employment (or eligibility to obtain).
- 1 year of LPN experience
- Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable providing care in home environments.
- Excellent observation, communication, and documentation skills.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Current CPR certification required.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
- 1 year nursing experience in home health, hospice, geriatrics, ICU, Med-Surg, ER, PACU, wound care, telemetry, critical care
- Staff LPN, LVN in hospital or facility setting
- Admissions, float pool, nursing home, or travel nursing
- Experience with chronic conditions or post-acute rehab care
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off