LPN--Home Health, Wilkes County, NC, FT Days

Department

• 38947
• Hugh
• Chatham
• Health at
• Home:
• NC -
• Home
• Health
• Status:
• Full time
• Benefits
• Eligible:
• Yes
• Hours
• Per
• Week: 40
• Schedule
• Details/Additional
• Information: This position is Sign on Bonus Eligible. Based on eligibility. 36 hours per week (72 hours per pay period) or 40 hours per week (80 per pay period) Full Time | Days | Monday–Friday with rotating Saturday and Sunday call every 6 weeks Part Time Opportunities Available in Multiple Service Areas Pay Range $20.15 - $30.25 Hugh Chatham Health at Home Nurses enjoy the autonomy to manage their schedule while delivering meaningful, one‑on‑one care to patients in their homes. Nurses assess patient needs, collect clinical data, and provide education that empowers patients and families. Licensed Practical Nurses focus on hands-on bedside care, including lab draws, assessments, medication administration, and patient education, while collaborating closely with RNs to ensure seamless care delivery. Hugh Chatham Health at Home is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Home Health” agency in Jonesville and is proudly part of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Why You'll Love this Role Flexible scheduling that supports work–life balance One-on-one, continuous patient care that allows you to build meaningful relationships and see the impact of your nursing over time Continuity of care—follow patients throughout their home health journey Care coordination leadership—serve as the central point of communication for physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members Autonomy and independence while still being supported by a collaborative clinical team
• Mileage
• Reimbursement at the full
• IRS rate (2026: 0.725c per mile) if in personal vehicle
• Learn more at: Home Health - Hugh Chatham Health Proudly serving NC in Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Davie, Forsyth, Iredell, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties. Essential Functions Assessment consists of participation in determining nursing care needs based upon collection and interpretation of data relevant to the health status of a patient/resident. Recognizes and determines need for immediate intervention
• Demonstrates knowledge which enables the following: documentation of patient/resident observations, treatments, patient/resident response to treatment and nursing care utilizing the nursing process; participates actively in treatment and assisting with procedures, and actively participates in discharge planning. Assists RN with development/revision of the plan of care by providing data and identifying potential goals and intervention for review by the RN. Communicates with the appropriate clinical staff on the status of a patient/resident if a significant change has occurred. Implements the identified plan under the supervision of the RN, physician, or other independent licensed practitioner ensuring tasks have been completed. Aware of patient's/resident's progress and goals as demonstrated by documentation in the medical records and reports same to the Registered Nurse. Organizes workload and prioritizes responsibilities to ensure quality patient/resident care is delivered in a time efficient manner. Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and performs only those nursing skills which they are competent to perform in accordance with legal boundaries and facility policies and procedures. Documents assessments, procedures, patient/resident/family education, and the communication of information to appropriate members of the healthcare team in a timely manner. Provides and assesses effectiveness of patient/resident and family education under the direction of the Registered Nurse within the scope of practice as defined by law. Physical Requirements Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients/residents, medical equipment and supplies. Must speak English in good, understandable terms. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, and touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient/resident and/or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing required. Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified, for unique responsibilities within the department, by the nurse leader Education, Experience and Certifications Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing. BLS required per policy guidelines. Current LPN license or temporary license as a Licensed Practical Nurse Petitioner in the state in which you work and reside or; if declaring a National License Compact (NLC) state as your primary state of residency, meet the licensure requirements in your home state; or for Non-National License Compact states, current LPN license or temporary license as a Licensed Practical Nurse Petitioner required in the state where the LPN works. Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required within the department by the nurse leader.