Licensed Practical Nurse – Behavioral Health Home Visits

At Elara Caring we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals providing the Right Care at the Right Time in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Help patients with behavioral health needs remain safe stable and independent in the place they most want to be: home.

Delivering the right care at the right time in the right place is the mission that drives Elara Caringand that starts with the right people.

We are seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse to join our supportive Worcester-area this role you will provide personalized nursing care in patients homes under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. You will build meaningful relationships while helping patients manage their conditions medications and daily care needs.

• Meaningful one-on-one patient care

• Greater autonomy and scheduling flexibility

• Supportive and collaborative clinical team

• Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship

• Competitive compensation (pay is based on experience and education with a range between $33 to $38/hr)

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities

• Family and pet bereavement leave

• Pet insurance

As a Behavioral Health LPN you will:

• Review the patients Plan of Care before each visit and provide care according to RN delegation physician orders assessment findings and established clinical standards

• Deliver skilled nursing services requiring specialized nursing knowledge under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician

• Incorporate established patient goals into each nursing visit and document the care and progress accurately

• Monitor each patients physical behavioral emotional and environmental condition

• Promptly communicate significant findings safety concerns or changes in condition to the RN Case Manager physician Clinical Supervisor and other members of the care team

• Report unsafe conditions or concerns within the patients home environment to the appropriate clinical personnel

• Support medication management by reviewing and documenting medication regimens and updating medication profiles according to established procedures

• Educate patients and caregivers on appropriate self-care techniques medications symptom management and safety practices

• Help patients and caregivers recognize warning signs and understand when to contact the clinical team

• Implement patient-safety interventions using available family caregiver and community resources

• Recommend updates to the Plan of Care when new needs or concerns are identified

• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager for clinical guidance support and instructions

• Take appropriate action to help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits

• Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients families caregivers physicians and agency personnel

• Treat patients caregivers and their personal property with dignity respect and care

• Maintain accurate timely and complete clinical documentation

• Protect patient and employee privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements

• Follow Elara Carings mission policies procedures and quality-of-care standards

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

• High school diploma or GED

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

• Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse license in Massachusetts

• At least one year of nursing experience in an acute-care or equivalent clinical setting

• Behavioral health or home health experience preferred

• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• Strong communication organization and clinical documentation skills

• Compassionate dependable and dedicated approach to patient care

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team

• Reliable transportation a valid drivers license and current automobile insurance

• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the assigned Worcester-area territory

• Sit stand bend lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50100 lbs.

If you are ready to step away from caring for an entire unit and focus on building meaningful connections with patients in their homes we would love to connect with you. Apply today and make a differenceone patient one visit and one relationship at a time.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited hired assigned and promoted without regard to race national origin religion age color sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process please submit a request via email at

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors including qualifications skills competencies and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.