📍 Location: Columbus, GA, US
💼 Type: Fulltime
🏠 Work: On-site
💰 Salary: USD 22 - 25 (hourly)
📝 Description: **In\\-Home Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**
**Reports to:** Registered Nurse Supervisor
**Employment Type:** Full\\-Time or Part\\-Time
**Location:** Seminole, Miller, Early, Decatur, Grady, Thomas, Brooks, Lowndes, Cook, Dougherty, Lanier, Colquitt, Lee, Sumter, Terrell, Calhoun, Muscogee, Laurens, Pierce, Peach, Gwinnett, Henry, Harris, Tift, Troup, Mitchell, Houston, Coffee, Ware, Bibb, Ben\\-Hill, Dodge, Clay, Crisp, Berrien, Irwin, Palaski, Turner, Worth
**I. Role**
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct skilled nursing care to clients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN supports client well\\-being by implementing care plans, delivering nursing interventions, and reinforcing the RN’s leadership through staff guidance and observation.
**II. Responsibilities**
Support client health and safety by implementing care plans developed by the RN and physician.
* Deliver skilled nursing interventions, such as wound care, catheter care, medication administration (within scope), and health teaching.
* Observe and report client responses, changes, or concerns to the supervising RN promptly to ensure appropriate care adjustments.
* Provide day\\-to\\-day supervision and direction to PCAs, CNAs, and other unlicensed personnel as delegated by the RN.
* Contribute to staff development by reinforcing training and modeling professional standards of care.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation that supports continuity of care.
* Participate in supervisory visits with the RN to evaluate care delivery and ensure compliance with agency standards.
* Foster supportive relationships with clients and families, ensuring they feel confident and reassured about care provided.
**III. Results**
Clients consistently receive nursing care that is safe, effective, and aligned with the RN’s plan of care.
* Early identification and reporting of client condition changes lead to timely interventions and improved outcomes.
* Staff provide reliable care under the LPN’s daily guidance, maintaining continuity and trust in the team.
* Families experience peace of mind through clear communication and professional, compassionate support.
* Documentation accurately reflects the care delivered and ensures smooth coordination with the RN.
* The agency is recognized as responsive, compliant, and client\\-centered due in part to the LPN’s dependable care delivery.
**IV. Requirements**
Current Georgia LPN license in good standing.
* Current CPR and First Aid certification.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver high\\-quality nursing care within scope of practice.
* Strong observational skills with the ability to recognize and report client condition changes.
* Effective team collaboration skills with a willingness to support and guide unlicensed personnel.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with clients, families, and staff.
* Reliable documentation skills that contribute to continuity of care and compliance.
* Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes as needed.
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