Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health

<p style="text-align:left">At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description:</b></p><p><b>Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Home Health</b><br /><b>West Haven, Connecticut | Elara Caring</b></p><br /><p><b>Help patients manage their health at home with one-on-one nursing care.</b></p><br /><p>Elara Caring is hiring a <b>Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)</b> to care for patients in their homes in <b>West Haven, CT</b>. You’ll work with an RN Case Manager to deliver skilled nursing care, teach patients and caregivers how to manage care between visits, and spot changes that need attention.</p><br /><p><b>What You’ll Do</b></p><ul><li>Provide skilled nursing care according to each patient’s individualized plan of care and physician orders.</li><li>Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes or safety concerns to the care team.</li><li>Teach patients and caregivers practical self-care techniques and when to seek help.</li><li>Work with the RN Case Manager to update care plans as patient needs change.</li><li>Document medication regimens and update medication profiles according to agency guidelines.</li><li>Coordinate care with physicians, patients, families, and the care team to help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits.</li></ul><br /><p><b>What You’ll Need</b></p><ul><li>A current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license valid in Connecticut.</li><li>Graduation from an accredited nursing certificate, diploma, or associate degree program.</li><li>At least one year of experience in a clinical care setting.</li><li>Home health or hospice experience preferred.</li><li>Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including when positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.</li><li>Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.</li></ul><br /><p><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus pet insurance.</li><li>401(k) with employer match.</li><li>Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education at no cost to employees.</li><li>Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and pet bereavement leave.</li><li>Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.</li></ul><p><i>Benefit eligibility varies by position and shift status.</i></p><br /><p><b>Apply today to join Elara Caring as a Home Health LPN in West Haven, CT.</b></p><br /><p><i>The base salary for this position is $34.00 to $38.00 hourly, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.<br /></i></p><p><i>As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experiences in delivering exceptional care to those we se</i>rve.</p><p></p><p><i><b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b>: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected]. </i></p><p></p><p style="text-align:left !important"><i><b>Pay & Benefit Information</b>: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at </i><a target="_blank" href="https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits"><i>https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits</i></a></p><p></p><p><i><b>EVerify</b>: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.</i></p>