What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Lpn position at HeartCentrix Solutions?
Licensed Practical Nurse — Home Health
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
On-Call: Weekend rotation
License: KY LPN license; Compact licenses accepted
Mileage: $0.43/mile
Coverage: Southern Jefferson & Bullitt Counties, KY
We’re seeking an experienced Home Health LPN to provide compassionate, high-quality care while helping patients maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life in their homes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide care according to each patient’s individualized plan of care.
- Monitor vital signs and report abnormal findings or changes in condition.
- Administer medications, feedings, oxygen, and provide ostomy care as ordered.
- Perform wound care, drain care, G-tube care, and patient education as needed.
- Follow care routines established by PT, OT, Speech Therapy, and other providers.
- Maintain infection-control standards and report potential infections or communicable diseases.
- Accurately document all nursing services, communications, progress, and patient outcomes.
- Ensure physician-directed patient needs are met.
- Order medications, supplies, and feedings to maintain adequate inventory.
- Monitor incidents, complete required reports, and notify appropriate personnel.
- Ensure medical equipment is properly maintained and report defective equipment for repair.
Requirements
- Active KY LPN license required; Compact accepted.
- Home Health experience strongly preferred.
- Wound care, drain care, G-tube, and patient education experience preferred.
- HCHB experience preferred.
- Strong clinical documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with the patient’s care team.
Great opportunity for an experienced LPN looking for a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with weekend on-call rotation and mileage reimbursement.
Salary : $34 - $39