LPN - Home Health

About this position Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Home Health Make a difference when it matters most At Good Samaritan Hospice, we consider it a sacred honor to walk with individuals and families through their healthcare journey. We are currently seeking compassionate, skilled Licensed Practical Nurses to join our Home Health team. In this role, you will provide skilled nursing services to patients in their homes while helping them maintain their independence, safety, and quality of life. If you are a nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment, values meaningful patient relationships, and wants to make a direct impact on patient care, this may be the perfect fit for you. Why you will love working at Good Sam Your work has deep meaning. Provide skilled nursing care that helps patients remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes. You are part of a mission-driven team. Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, office staff, and other healthcare providers to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. You will build meaningful relationships. Work directly with patients and families, providing education, support, and skilled care throughout their home health journey. You are trusted to make a difference. Use your clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and nursing skills to recognize changes in patient conditions and help ensure appropriate care. As a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled nursing services to patients in the comfort of their own homes, helping patients maintain their independence, safety, and quality of life. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while providing personalized, one‑on‑one care. As an LPN you work as an important part of the care team, providing skilled nursing interventions, education, and support based on each patient's individual needs. You will work closely with patients, families, physicians, Registered Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, compassionate care in accordance with physician orders and the established Plan of Care. What you will do as a Home Health LPN: Provide skilled nursing visits to patients in their homes Perform patient visits in a timely, professional, and appropriate manner according to standards of care Provide skilled nursing care as assigned by the Registered Nurse and according to physician orders Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes or symptoms, and report concerns appropriately Coordinate patient care with physicians, nurses, office staff, and other healthcare providers Contact physicians regarding changes in patient condition and receive and document verbal orders Educate patients and families on prescribed activities designed to improve independence and functionality Review and update medication profiles while assessing medication compliance, understanding, contraindications, and side effects Ensure laboratory tests are appropriately obtained, stored, and transported Ensure missed visits are appropriately rescheduled and the patient's Plan of Care is followed Participate in weekly case conferences, staff meetings, in‑services, and continuing education Participate in an on‑call rotation to provide after‑hours and weekend evaluations and visits as directed What we are looking for in a Home Health LPN: Graduateof an approved nursingprogram Atleast1yearof experience as a licensed professional nurse Medicare/OASIS Home Health or Hospice experience preferred Current BLS/CPR certification or obtained within 30 days of hire Strong communication, decision-making, and critical thinking skills Comfortable using EMR systems and technology Current driver's license and reliable form of transportation Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, with participation in an on‑call rotation as required Location: Roanoke and surrounding service areas Benefits: 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year Up to 100% paid medical coverage through our ICHRA model, offering multiple health plan options $0.65 per mile mileage reimbursement Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% you contribute and 50% match on the next 1%) Education Assistance to support your professional growth and so much more! Find your purpose here If you are an LPN who wants meaningful work where your clinical expertise, compassion, and presence truly matter, we would love to hear from you. At Good Samaritan, you will be part of a team that cares deeply for patients, families, our community, and one another. #J-18808-Ljbffr