Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Home Health - Reading, PA

Job title: Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Home Health - Reading, PA in Reading, PA at Interim HealthCare Company: Interim HealthCare Job description: Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)in Reading, PA and Berks CountyWork-life balance is yours in this nursing role! As a Home Health LPN for Interim HealthCare, you can decide how much you work and how your days are structured. Simply set the schedule that works for you. No need to choose between your family and your career—you can have both, minus the guilt.Pioneers in the home care industry, Interim HealthCare® is looking for Home Health LPNs with a passion to provide exceptional patient care while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy that comes with it. If that describes you ... you are made for this!This role is currently for Per-Diem with potential to transition to part-time or full-time.Our Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:

• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Part-time and Per Diem available
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs

As a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after hospital discharge—under the supervision of an RN
• Work with a team of physicians, RNs, CNAs and aides to deliver quality patient care
• Take patient vitals, do assessments, document progress and report changes to RN supervisor
• Assist RN in carrying out patient’s plan of care and teaching patient self-care techniques
• Educate family on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge

A few must-haves for Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and active LPN license in PA
• Minimum of 1 year of LPN experience in home healthcare, or completion of office’s preceptor program
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Clinical proficiency in nursing, strong communication skills and compassion

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing.Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Expected salary: Location: Reading, PA Apply for the job now! Apply for this job