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Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN)

Lehigh Valley Companion Care Homes

Allentown, Pennsylvania

LPN

Posted Sep 3

What the listing says

Role

Term
Per Diem
Setting
Home Health
Accepts
LPN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$33/hr
nursing in Pennsylvania$35/hr

The median for nursing in Pennsylvania is $35/hr, across 397 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

Lehigh Valley Companion Care Homes is seeking a compassionate and dedicated LPN ( Licensed Practical Nurse) to join our team on a PRN basis. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality care in clients' homes and communities, ensuring their health and well-being are prioritized in a compassionate and comfortable environment.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes and in the community setting. Administer medications and monitor treatment plans as prescribed. Perform health assessments, including vital signs, and document findings.

Assist with personal care tasks, as needed. Support patients with mobility and physical therapy exercises to enhance their overall well-being. Ensure patient safety and comfort through proper care and supervision.

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Coordinate with family members and healthcare providers to ensure optimal care and support. Respond to medical emergencies as needed and provide first aid as required. Document all care provided and maintain accurate patient records to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date documentation.

Qualifications

Current and valid LPN license in the state of Pennsylvania. Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in home care, long-term care, or similar healthcare settings preferred. Ability to work independently and manage patient care responsibilities. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting and moving patients as needed Ability to work on an as-needed (PRN) schedule

Benefits

Competitive pay rates. Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Lehigh Valley Companion Care Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

PRN Schedule

Sourced from Lehigh Valley Companion Care Homes’ careers page.

Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in home care, long-term care, or similar healthcare settings preferred.· from this posting

Requirements

  • Current and valid LPN license in the state of Pennsylvania.
  • Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in home care, long-term care, or similar healthcare settings preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and manage patient care responsibilities.
  • Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting and moving patients as needed
  • Ability to work on an as-needed (PRN) schedule

Place

City
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Median rent
$1,317/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$55,494/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
about the national average

Allentown area index 100.0, where 100 is the national average.

Allentown, Pennsylvania's third-largest city, blends affordable Lehigh Valley living with easy access to both Philadelphia and NYC. Nurses enjoy a growing healthcare sector, revitalized downtown with the PPL Center, and nearby hiking at the Trexler Nature Preserve. A practical, mid-sized hub for career growth and outdoor escapes alike.

Map showing the location of Allentown, PA
Approximate location in Allentown, PA. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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