Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Home Care Admissions 50hr and up
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Job Location:
Nashua, NH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 34 - 36
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Home Care Admissions
Location: Manchester / Concord NH Area (including Epping and surrounding towns)
Employment Type: Per Diem FT or PT
As an Admissions Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with Guardian Home Care of NH you will play a vital role in welcoming new clients into care by conducting comprehensive admission visits and ensuring each clients transition into home care is smooth compliant and compassionate. You will be the first clinical point of contact for new clientsverifying eligibility gathering clinical data and helping establish an individualized Plan of Care.
You will work under the supervision of the Clinical Director Director of Operations or Registered Nurse assigned to the case ensuring all admissions are performed in accordance with state regulations agency policy and established best practices.
Compensation
This is a per diem position with flexible scheduling.
Hourly pay ranges from $34 to $36 per hour
Visit rate: 1.5x the hourly rate (for example $35/hr $52.50 per visit)
Admission rate: 2x the hourly rate (for example $35/hr $70.00 per admission)
Assignments are primarily within the Manchester and Concord territories with occasional coverage opportunities extending toward Epping and nearby communities (approximately 3045 minutes travel radius).
Educational and Professional Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Hampshire (required).
Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience preferably in home health hospice or community care settings.
Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid guidelines and home care admission procedures (preferred).
Current CPR certification.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes.
Core Responsibilities
Conduct initial admission visits for new home care clients including completion of admission forms medication reconciliation and baseline assessments.
Perform comprehensive evaluations of the clients physical emotional and environmental needs.
Verify eligibility and consent documentation ensuring that all required forms are completed accurately prior to initiating services.
Collaborate with the RN Case Manager Clinical Director and physician to establish and initiate the Plan of Care based on clinical findings and client needs.
Review medical histories medications and physician orders identifying inconsistencies or contraindications that require follow-up.
Provide education to clients and families regarding care expectations agency policies safety and emergency procedures.
Ensure timely entry of admission documentation into the EMR system and communicate status updates to the clinical and scheduling teams.
Identify and report any immediate client needs or potential safety concerns to the RN and/or Director of Operations.
Coordinate with scheduling and intake teams to ensure a seamless start-of-care transition following the admission visit.
Participate in team meetings staff education and quality improvement activities as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple admissions efficiently.
Ability to perform accurate and thorough clinical assessments independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication for documentation and client education.
Proficiency in EMR systems and ability to complete digital documentation in real-time.
Compassionate approach and ability to work effectively with patients families and interdisciplinary staff.
Respect for cultural religious and personal values of each client.
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Home Care
- Copywriting
- Child Protective Services
- Medication Administration
- Social Work
- Writing Skills
- Addiction Counseling
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