Elara Caring
Licensed Practical Nurse Psych Visits FT
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At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
ID: JR-130826
Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse Behavioral Health Visits (Waterbury area)
Schedule:
Full Time Evenings (not traditional evening hours). Usually seeing one patient at a time from mid‑afternoon to early evening. 50% travel required.
Must have behavioral health experience. Join our growing team and be part of making a real difference in patients' lives, keeping them home where they want to be.
Why Join the Elara Caring mission?
Work in a collaborative environment.
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference.
Competitive compensation package.
Tuition reimbursement for full‑time staff and continuing education opportunities at no cost.
Opportunities for advancement.
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement.
Key Responsibilities
Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Incorporate patient care goals from the Plan of Care into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
Communicate significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician.
Implement the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources.
Assist the patient in learning appropriate self‑care techniques while delivering quality patient care.
Suggest revisions to the Plan of Care in response to identified patient care issues and notify the RN Case Manager.
Provide those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions.
Document medication regimen and update medication profile according to established procedures.
Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner.
Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits.
Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse.
1 year of experience in a clinical care setting.
Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred.
50% travel required.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently and lift 50–100 lbs.
Valid driver’s license and insurance with reliable transportation.
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.
We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.
Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
Elara Caring participates in E‑Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can use E‑Verify after the job offer is accepted and the Form I‑9 is completed.
At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job‑related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets and may vary based on location.
This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to recruiting@elara.com.
Seniority Level:
Entry level |
Employment Type:
Full‑time |
Job Function:
Health Care Provider |
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care
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At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
ID: JR-130826
Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse Behavioral Health Visits (Waterbury area)
Schedule:
Full Time Evenings (not traditional evening hours). Usually seeing one patient at a time from mid‑afternoon to early evening. 50% travel required.
Must have behavioral health experience. Join our growing team and be part of making a real difference in patients' lives, keeping them home where they want to be.
Why Join the Elara Caring mission?
Work in a collaborative environment.
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference.
Competitive compensation package.
Tuition reimbursement for full‑time staff and continuing education opportunities at no cost.
Opportunities for advancement.
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement.
Key Responsibilities
Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Incorporate patient care goals from the Plan of Care into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes.
Communicate significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician.
Implement the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources.
Assist the patient in learning appropriate self‑care techniques while delivering quality patient care.
Suggest revisions to the Plan of Care in response to identified patient care issues and notify the RN Case Manager.
Provide those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions.
Document medication regimen and update medication profile according to established procedures.
Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner.
Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits.
Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse.
1 year of experience in a clinical care setting.
Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred.
50% travel required.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently and lift 50–100 lbs.
Valid driver’s license and insurance with reliable transportation.
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.
We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.
Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
Elara Caring participates in E‑Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can use E‑Verify after the job offer is accepted and the Form I‑9 is completed.
At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job‑related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets and may vary based on location.
This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to recruiting@elara.com.
Seniority Level:
Entry level |
Employment Type:
Full‑time |
Job Function:
Health Care Provider |
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care
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