LPN - Home Health - Stamford/Norwalk, CT
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$34 - $37 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Stamford, Connecticut |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$25.65
$30.77
$35.50
About this job
Job Description
Do you thrive in an environment where compassionate care and clinical excellence go hand in hand? Join our dedicated home health team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families throughout your community.
About the Role:As an LPN, you'll provide hands-on nursing care directly in patients' homes, supporting individuals through acute, chronic, or rehabilitative health challenges. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality care, advocating for your patients, and ensuring their care plans are accurately followed and documented. This position will cover towns in Southern Fairfield County, including Norwalk, Stamford and Greenwich.
Key Responsibilities:- Deliver skilled, direct patient care as assigned, while communicating timely updates to the RN Case Manager, physician, and Clinical Supervisor.
- Monitor and update nursing care plans based on physician directives.
- Educate clients and families about diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans.
- Use and maintain medical equipment and nursing supplies properly and efficiently.
- Document patient information accurately using electronic medical records.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and provide support to other clinical staff as needed.
- Identify and escalate any emerging clinical issues to the appropriate leadership.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with patients, families, and team members.
- Support agency quality improvement efforts and participate in ongoing professional development.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active LPN license in the State of Connecticut.
- Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience (home care experience strongly preferred).
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and Medicare/insurance documentation requirements.
- Calm under pressure with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
- Proficient with electronic health records and computer documentation.
- Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel in all weather conditions.
Background & Drug Screening Disclaimer
It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre-employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.
Artificial Intelligence in Our Recruiting Process
RVNAhealth uses iSolved Talent Acquisition's AI-powered Candidate Matching feature to generate a match score based on how closely an applicant's skills and experience align with the position's requirements. The score helps our recruiters prioritize candidate review but does not replace human judgment. Our recruitment team reviews applicants and hiring managers retain full responsibility for hiring and employment decisions.
RVNAhealth does not develop or use AI tools with the intent to discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.