LPN – Home Health

Carle Health

. Assist under RN direction in providing high-quality nursing care to home health patients .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timePeoria • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $41 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing high-quality nursing care, conducting client assessments, and implementing nursing interventions while maintaining accurate clinical records. Proficient in coordinating care with healthcare teams and educating clients and caregivers on health information.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification1 Year of Nursing ExperienceKnowledge of Payer Source RequirementsAbility to Travel to Clients

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Hard Skills

Client AssessmentNursing InterventionsClinical Record MaintenanceHome Health Care ServicesLab Testing Procedures

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Home Health CareRegulatory RequirementsProfessional Practice StandardsCarle Health Policies and Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist under RN direction in providing high-quality nursing care to home health patients
Provide safe home health care services and follow the RN-established plan of care
Conduct client assessments and complete visit documentation
Implement nursing interventions according to client needs and changing conditions
Communicate changes in client condition and client/caregiver needs to RNs and other staff
Participate in client case reports and coordinate care with staff, physicians, and other resources
Perform observations, test procedures, lab testing, and measures to prevent complications or minimize disease or injury effects
Provide intermittent skilled care in accordance with the Plan of Treatment
Maintain complete, legible, accurate, and timely clinical records, including daily visit notes, change orders, audit issues, occurrence reports, and follow-up communications
Organize visit schedules and prioritize caseload needs to maximize client care
Attend quarterly departmental meetings and assist with extra skilled nursing visits and weekend/holiday visits as requested
Submit cellular phone statements/payments and payroll timesheets accurately and on time
Pursue professional development and remain current with healthcare and departmental developments
Educate clients, caregivers, and home health team members on health information
Participate in departmental educational activities and work groups/teams
Report to the assigned Home Health Clinical Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Illinois driver's license from the Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS)
Proof of auto insurance
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days
1 year of nursing experience
Must meet and maintain departmental and Carle Health educational requirements and required certifications
Must obtain and maintain required technical skills, competencies, and certifications
Knowledge of payer source requirements, professional practice standards, Carle Health policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., every third weekend, two holidays per year, and on-call every third weekend and as needed
Ability to travel to clients in the Peoria region

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2,500 sign-on bonus available for external candidates only
Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers
Professional development and educational opportunities
Potential for growth and lifelong careers