What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse – In-Home Services position at Ozark Physical Medicine Center for Operations?
PRN position
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our In-Home Services team. In this role, you will provide nursing support under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), helping ensure participants receive safe, high-quality care in their homes. The LPN plays an important role in reinforcing caregiver training, monitoring participant health, conducting supervisory visits, and communicating clinical observations to the RN.
If you are passionate about providing quality home care and enjoy working in a collaborative, participant-focused environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Conduct interim supervisory visits and participant condition checks under the direction of the RN.
- Reinforce aide and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) skills following the RN's initial delegation and observe return demonstrations.
- Collect and report clinical information, including vital signs, skin integrity, bowel and bladder patterns, and other participant observations.
- Complete supervisory documentation accurately and submit findings to the RN for review.
- Participate in incident investigations and assist with corrective action follow-up.
- Educate CNAs and aides on infection prevention, safety practices, documentation, and reporting procedures.
- Support the RN with admissions, recertifications, and other clinical documentation as assigned.
- Ensure services are provided in accordance with agency policies, participant Plans of Care, and applicable Missouri regulations.
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Missouri in good standing.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in home health, personal care, or long-term care preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, delegation, and communication skills.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
- Ability to pass required background screening.