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AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 9
Full-time$21.77 - $40.48

About the Job

Requirements

  • Demonstrated knowledge of practical nursing theory, modalities, treatments, and skills.
  • High-level multitasking, organization, and proactive communication skills.
  • Problem-solving abilities.
  • Positive interpersonal communication skills.
  • Sound judgment and critical-thinking skills.
  • Team- and customer-service orientation.
  • Ability to manage multiple details, tasks, and decisions under busy and stressful working conditions.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Venipuncture skills.
  • Proficiency in English.
  • Background check that meets organizational guidelines.
  • Ability to make emergency and mature independent judgments and decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and ability to interact positively with associates.
  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • Technical/vocational school education.
  • At least one year of medical/surgical experience is preferred but is not required.
  • Required Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
  • Required Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
  • Required driver's license.
  • Required auto insurance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop professional and clinical skills through staff development meetings, relevant educational activities, and professional affiliations.
  • Participate in the review process and the agency performance improvement program.
  • Provide patient education, medication administration, wound dressing changes, and ostomy care as directed by the registered nurse and ordered by the physician.
  • Accept assignment changes flexibly and participate in weekend/after-hours coverage and call rotation.
  • Report pertinent observations to the attending physician and registered nurse, and implement patient care plan changes as directed.
  • Communicate changes to appropriate members of the home health care team.
  • Communicate with team members, patients, and families.
  • Maintain clinical records in accordance with established standards and time frames.
  • Provide efficient, organized direct patient care to assigned patients under the direction of the registered nurse.
  • Perform treatments within the scope of training and administer medications to assigned patients.
  • Assess patients during clinical check-in, document pertinent medical information and vital signs, and assess for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines.
  • Administer provider-ordered treatments and medications, perform follow-up assessments, verify orders as needed, and respond appropriately to clinical emergencies and triage situations.
  • Perform diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including electrocardiography, spirometry, audiometry, Titmus testing, and pulse oximetry, and complete forensic testing collections in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Collect age-specific patient data and contribute to the plan of care.
  • Receive, verify, and implement physician orders, ensuring orders taken by the LPN are co-signed by a registered nurse.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional computer knowledge.
  • Knowledge of a point-of-care software system for patient care documentation.
  • Additional languages.
  • Intravenous (IV) certification.

About the Company

AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

AdventHealth operates a nationwide network that provides whole-person health care across hospitals, physician practices, ambulatory surgery centers, outpatient clinics, home health, hospice, and digital tools. It coordinates care through an integrated system where care teams work across inpatient, outpatient, and at-home settings, supported by the AdventHealth app for scheduling, telehealth, and records. It differentiates itself with a mission-driven focus rooted in Christian heritage and a large, connected network designed to cover the full patient journey from hospital to home. Its goal is to extend the healing ministry of Christ by improving the health and prosperity of the communities it serves, offering accessible, coordinated care that addresses physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$250K
Headquarters
Florida, United States
Founded
1973

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