Licensed Practical Nurse

As a Licensed Practical Nurse at Caretenders Home Health, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting patients with daily living activities. Your role is essential in ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care in the comfort of their home environments.

To be eligible for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Caretenders Home Health, candidates must possess a valid LPN license issued by the state of Ohio. Additionally, you should have strong interpersonal skills, a compassionate nature, and the ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.

Caretenders Home Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for Licensed Practical Nurses which includes employee wellness programs, paid time off, holiday pay, opportunities for continuing education, and career growth support, fostering a work environment that values both personal and professional development.

At Caretenders Home Health, we prioritize the work-life balance of our Licensed Practical Nurses by offering flexible scheduling options, allowing you to tailor your work hours to meet your personal commitments while still delivering high-quality care to your patients.

The work environment for Licensed Practical Nurses at Caretenders Home Health is collaborative and supportive. You will work as part of a dedicated team, fostering a culture of caring and respect while making meaningful connections with patients and their families within the community.

When answering this question, share personal experiences that inspired your nursing journey, emphasizing your passion for helping others and the fulfillment you gain from contributing to patient care.

Describe your method for assessing patient needs and organizing tasks. Highlight your ability to adapt to changing situations and prioritize accordingly to ensure all patients receive quality care.

When answering this, describe a specific scenario, how you handled it, and what you learned from the experience, focusing on resilience and problem-solving skills as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Share techniques that demonstrate your patience and empathy. Explain how you maintain professionalism and communication to resolve conflicts and ensure patient comfort.

Explain skills like strong communication, attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, patient care, and teamwork, illustrating how you embody these traits in your work.

Discuss your commitment to continuing education, attending workshops, and engaging in professional nursing resources to stay current with healthcare trends and practices relevant to your role.

Talk about your familiarity with reading and executing care plans, and provide examples of how you’ve effectively contributed to patient treatment goals as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Explain the importance of patient safety and how you would diplomatically address the situation by consulting with the colleague directly, discussing the error, and ensuring immediate corrective action is taken.

Share your genuine feelings about patient impact, the joy of being part of the healthcare journey, and how seeing patients progress and recover motivates you in your professional role.

Provide insights into stress management techniques you practice, such as time management, seeking support from colleagues, and maintaining a positive outlook, which are crucial for Licensed Practical Nurses.