OverviewVNS Health Home Care LPNs help redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our LPNs provide one-on-one, individualized care with the direction of our Registered Nurses, meeting patients where they are and delivering exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Interested in advancing your clinical career? VNS Health supports and encourages professional growth opportunities for our LPNs, whether that’s expanding clinical knowledge or pursuing additional education to become a Registered Nurse. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.Compensation Range:$36.76 - $38.47 HourlyAlong with our highly competitive base pay, we offer pay differentials based on education, clinical experience, certifications, and work in high need areas. In recognition of the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals working in hard-to-staff areas, we offer incentives for RNs serving in qualifying areas. If your assignment is designated as a hard-to-staff area, you may be eligible for an additional quarterly bonus incentive, totaling up to $10k annually. What We Provide
Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities
Pension plan paid for by VNS Health and employer-matched retirement savings program
Generous paid time off (PTO) , starting at 20 days of paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
Health insurance for you and your loved ones with no contribution cost (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance
Personal and financial wellness programs
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Comprehensive training including three weeks of paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills development
Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
Opportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects
Industry leading technology to help you make informed decisions and deliver quality care
What You Will Do
Monitor and follow patient progress and report health changes to supervising registered professional nurse through detailed observations, interviews, and physical/psychosocial care w ithin LPN scope of practice.
Deliver personalized nursing and care management by constantly evaluating the evolving patient needs and adjusting the plan of care.
Carry out quality-driven and care coordination by communicating within the VNS Health interdisciplinary team and across providers and other resources to deliver the plan of care effectively and efficiently.
Practice in the community, traveling to patients’ homes or care facilities, using effective time management and agility to manage weekly caseload and other duties.
Use agility and empathy to deliver continuity of patient care including coordinating supplies and providing education.
Use technology, including a tablet computer, phone, and other systems to coordinate and maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMRs) for patients in the community.
Provide empowering education and support to patients and their families to help them understand and navigate end of life treatment .
QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:
License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State required
Valid driver's license may be required as determined by operational/regional needs.
Education:
High School Diploma or completion of LPN Program required
Work Experience:
Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferred
Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs.
Home care/hospice experience preferred
For CMHS only: Experience working in mental health and/or home care strongly preferred
For Hospice only: Employee will be hired to perform nursing care duties in primarily one area of service (Home Care visits, Hospice Residence shifts, or Crisis Care visits).
However the nurse will be cross–trained in each service area and will be expected to perform nursing care duties in all three Hospice services, as needed.
Pay Range per Visit:If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $50.68- $54.07 per visit.CAREERS AT VNS HealthThe future of care begins with you. Together, we will revolutionize health care in the home and community. When you join VNS Health, you become a part of something bigger. For generations, we’ve been a recognized leader and innovator in patient-centered and community-focused health care. At VNS Health, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully impact lives. Including yours. Discover your next role at VNS Health.