Licensed Practical Nurse
Ocala, Florida
LPN
Posted Aug 29
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- LPN
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About this role
Our home health care agency is expanding and searching for a dedicated and compassionate Home Health LPN. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. Come join an amazing agency that values their employees.
Responsibilities
- Chart observations of the patient’s condition at each visit.
- Administer Physician-prescribed medication.
- Dress or redress wounds and monitor the healing progress.
- Provide education to patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies.
- Coordinate with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other individuals in the patient’s care plan.
- Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for the patient.
Qualifications
- Valid LPN license and in good standing
- Proven experience as a licensed practical nurse, preferably in home health
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to always follow them
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills.
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Mileage Reimbursement
Additional Benefits for FT Staff
This role requires a Level 2 background screening in compliance with Florida AHCA regulations prior to employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Sourced from Palms Home Care’s careers page.
Requirements
- Valid LPN license and in good standing
- Proven experience as a licensed practical nurse, preferably in home health
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to always follow them
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
Place
- City
- Ocala, Florida
- Median rent
- $1,359/mo
- Local household income
- $56,376/yr
- Metro price level
- 5% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Ocala area index 95.2, where 100 is the national average.
Ocala sits in north-central Florida, surrounded by rolling hills and more horse farms than anywhere else in the state. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, it offers a slower pace, mild winters, and easy access to both Gainesville and Orlando. A solid pick for RNs seeking space, scenery, and a laid-back lifestyle.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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You are deciding on home health with Palms Home Care in the Tampa area (33611), covering Hillsborough and nearby counties—Polk, Hardee, Manatee, and Highlands. Days are in patients’ homes, not a single unit hallway: skilled nursing alongside PT, OT, speech,…
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