Experienced Home Healthcare LPN – Office-Based Care Coordinator

Pay: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a strong background in home healthcare to join our team in an office-based care coordination role.

This is primarily an office-based position and does not involve regularly providing hands-on care in clients’ homes. The LPN will work under the supervision of an RN and assist with coordinating and managing client care. This role is ideal for a nurse who understands the unique needs of home healthcare clients and is comfortable communicating with clients, caregivers, nurses, families, and office staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising RN with coordinating and managing client care
• Monitor client needs and communicate changes or concerns promptly
• Maintain accurate and timely client documentation
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals
• Assist with care coordination, client follow-up, and staffing needs
• Support caregivers and field staff with client-related questions
• Address client and caregiver concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Communicate clinical concerns and changes in client condition to the supervising RN
• Follow company policies, procedures, and applicable healthcare regulations
• Maintain client confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Perform duties within the LPN scope of practice under RN supervision

Weekend On-Call Requirement

This position includes participation in a rotating weekend on-call schedule.

When assigned, the LPN must:

• Carry the company on-call phone
• Remain available and responsive to calls
• Assist with client-care and staffing concerns
• Communicate clinical concerns to the supervising RN
• Respond calmly, professionally, and promptly to clients, caregivers, and field staff

Qualifications

• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Previous home healthcare experience required
• Strong understanding of home healthcare client needs and care coordination
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong documentation and follow-up skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, caregivers, nurses, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the supervising RN and office team
• Professional, dependable, compassionate, and responsive
• Ability to participate in the rotating weekend on-call schedule

If you are an experienced home healthcare LPN looking to transition into an office-based care coordination role and are ready to grow with a caring team, we would love to hear from you!

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Des Plaines, IL (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Des Plaines, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person