What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed P/V Nurse position at Heartland Home Health?
Overview
Join us to make a difference when life matters most
Are you a compassionate and reliable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for a career with purpose? 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.
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.
About You
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
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We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Ready to Join a Team That Cares?
Apply now to become part of our Home Health Nursing team and bring comfort, care, and confidence to patients where it matters most—at home.
Legalese
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
Location
Heartland Home HealthOur Company
At Heartland Home Health, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
- Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
- Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
- Home health care: Heartland Home Health
- Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
