Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Home Health - PRN

Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Home Health - PRNJoplin, Missouri, United StatesLicensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) – Home HealthField-Based | Patient-Focused Care | Clinical Support RoleJoin VitalCaring – Where Your Care Makes a DifferenceAt VitalCaring, care isn't just what we do - it's who we are.As a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in Home Health, you play a critical role in helping patients heal, recover, and maintain independence in the place they feel most comfortable - their home. You bring consistency, compassion, and hands-on care to every visit, supporting both patients and the broader clinical team.If you're looking for a role where you can build meaningful patient relationships while delivering high-quality, personalized care - this is it.Why Home Health at VitalCaringMeaningful Patient Impact You'll provide one-on-one care and build relationships that allow you to truly see the difference you make.Consistent, Hands-On Care Deliver skilled nursing services that directly support patient recovery and comfort.Balanced, Flexible Work Environment Field-based care with the ability to manage your schedule and workload more independently.Supportive Clinical Team Work under the guidance of an RN while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.Purpose-Driven Work Every visit is an opportunity to live out our values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called.Role OverviewAs a Home Health LPN/LVN, you provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, helping to implement care plans and ensure patients receive safe, effective treatment in their homes.You are a key part of the care team - delivering treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and reinforcing education to support successful outcomes.What You'll DoProvide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice ActImplement and support the plan of care developed by the RNDeliver skilled nursing services, including treatments, medication support, and wound careMonitor patient condition and report changes to the RN and care teamEducate patients and caregivers on self-care, treatments, and disease managementMaintain infection control and proper use of equipment and suppliesDocument patient care accurately and timely within the EMRCommunicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team membersParticipate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing trainingSupport coordinated care by maintaining consistent communication across the care teamWhat You BringActive LPN/LVN license in the state of practiceGraduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing programCurrent CPR certificationMinimum one (1) year nursing experience preferred (Home Health, Med-Surg, or Acute Care a plus)Strong clinical and observational skillsClear communication and patient education abilitiesAbility to follow care plans while recognizing and reporting changes in conditionBasic proficiency with EMR systemsValid driver's license and reliable transportationWhat Sets You ApartExperience in home health or community-based careStrong patient engagement and relationship-building skillsAbility to work independently while staying connected to a teamFamiliarity with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)What to ExpectField-based role providing care in patients' homes within an assigned territoryClose collaboration with an RN and interdisciplinary teamA structured yet flexible daily scheduleA role focused on delivering consistent, high-quality patient carePerformance expectations tied to quality, documentation, and patient experienceIf you're passionate about delivering compassionate, hands-on care and want to be part of a team that truly values the work you do - VitalCaring is the place for you.BenefitsHealth & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision coveragePharmacy benefitsVirtual care and mental health supportFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Supplemental health and life insuranceFinancial & Protection401(k) with company matchEmployee referral programPrepaid legal servicesIdentity theft protectionWork-Life Balance & PerksGenerous paid time offPet insuranceTuition and continuing education reimbursementAll employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.