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Elara Caring

Home-based care with nursing and therapy

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 9
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited certificate, diploma, or associate school of nursing.
  • Hold a current state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
  • Have 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting.
  • Be able to travel 50% of the time.
  • Be able to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
  • Have a valid driver's license and insurance, and reliable transportation to perform job tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the Registered Nurse, physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
  • Incorporate patient care goals established in the Plan of Care into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
  • Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to the Registered Nurse Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
  • Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate Registered Nurse Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate.
  • Implement the plan for patient safety using the patient, family, and community resources.
  • Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a hospice or home health environment.

About the Company

Elara Caring

Home-based care with nursing and therapy

Elara Caring delivers home-based health care in the United States, providing personal care, skilled nursing, and therapy to elderly people, those with chronic illnesses, and patients recovering from surgery. Trained caregivers visit patients at home and work under nursing and therapy professionals to create individualized care plans, which may include regular visits, remote monitoring, and coordination with other providers; payment comes from patient fees, insurance reimbursements, and government programs. The company uses a nationwide network to unite in-home services under one platform, emphasizing care in the home to improve outcomes and reduce overall costs. Its goal is to broaden the use of home-based care to enhance patient results while lowering health care expenses.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$706M
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
Not listed

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