Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health
Pay Range: $31.69 – $37.29 / hour
Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs selected nursing care, personal care, support, and training for home health patients, family members, and caregivers based on an established plan of care. Serving sub-acute, convalescent, and chronic patients across all age groups, the LPN delivers intermittent nursing services in residential settings, personal care homes, and assisted living facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provides quality, safe delivery of home health services under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), including wound care requiring aseptic technique, catheter care, injections, bowel programs, colostomy care, and medication management.
- Administers treatments and medications in strict compliance with physician orders.
- Assesses patient home environments, provides health education and instruction, and communicates changes in patient condition to team members and physicians.
- Documents care, observations, and clinical activities in the electronic medical record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
- Performs therapeutic exercise regimes, range of motion activities, and personal care services as directed.
- Performs blood draws and collects diagnostic specimens as needed.
- Participates in rotating on-call coverage for after-hours, weekend, and holiday patient care needs.
Requirements & Certifications
- Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- Active State of Montana or Compact LPN license.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
Benefits At NuWest, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Benefits for eligible employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dedicated Recruiter support
- Weekly direct deposit
Who We Are
NuWest places healthcare professionals in some of the most competitive markets, at award-winning facilities, earning top pay. Whether you're ready for your next travel experience, looking to take a local assignment, wanting to explore shift or per diem work, or interested in seeing what permanent or temp-to-hire roles are available, our award-winning NuWest team has you covered.
What We Believe
We believe our 30+ years of experience makes a difference in your healthcare job search. We believe one size does not fit all, so we carefully match your unique needs and strengths with our top hospitals and health systems. We believe in long-term relationships over transactional exchanges. And we believe that better workforce solutions lead to better patient care, safer working conditions, and healthier communities.
What You Can Expect
NuWest is committed to your overall satisfaction—to meeting and exceeding your expectations.
- Responsiveness: No one likes to get ghosted. We promise you updates every step of the way.
- Transparency: Open and honest communication - no surprises!
- Career Guidance: We coach based on strengths and goals to get you where you want to go!