Elara Caring·Houston, Texas
Provide skilled nursing care and treatments to patients in their homes under the direction of an RN Case Manager. Monitor patient conditions, document progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to prevent hospitalizations.
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, 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.
Home Health Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Monday–Friday / Coverage Area: Kingwood, Humble, New Caney, Dayton & Liberty If you're looking for a nursing career that offers greater independence, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, Home Health may be the perfect fit. At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Every day, more than 60,000 patients trust us to deliver compassionate, high-quality care where it matters most. As one of the nation's leading home health providers, we're committed to supporting our clinicians with the tools, flexibility, and teamwork they need to succeed. Whether you're an experienced Home Health LVN or looking to grow your career in this rewarding specialty, we'd love to meet you. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why You'll Love This Role Monday–Friday Schedule Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with 30 patient visits per week, helping you maintain a healthy work/life balance. Localized Territory Care for patients throughout Kingwood, Humble, New Caney, Dayton, and Liberty, allowing you to build meaningful relationships within your community. Shared On-Call Rotation Participate in approximately one weekend of on-call coverage each month, allowing for predictable scheduling while supporting our patients when they need us most. One-on-One Patient Care Focus on one patient at a time, providing personalized, compassionate care in the comfort of their home. Independence with Clinical Support Enjoy the autonomy of working in the field while collaborating closely with experienced RN Case Managers and a supportive clinical leadership team. Career Growth Expand your clinical skills and build a rewarding long-term career with opportunities for advancement throughout Elara Caring. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Comprehensive Benefits Competitive hourly pay Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Family and Pet Bereavement Leave Tuition Reimbursement for Full-Time Team Members Continuing Education Opportunities at No Cost Employee Assistance Program Supportive, collaborative team environment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Do As a Home Health LVN, you'll provide skilled nursing care under the direction of an RN Case Manager while helping patients safely recover and remain independent in their homes. Your responsibilities will include: Deliver skilled nursing visits in accordance with the physician's orders and individualized plan of care. Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team. Provide wound care, medication management, treatments, and patient education. Reinforce disease management and self-care techniques with patients and caregivers. Collaborate closely with RN Case Managers to ensure high-quality, coordinated care. Document patient assessments, interventions, medications, and progress accurately and timely. Promote patient safety while helping prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency department visits. Build trusting relationships with patients, families, physicians, and care team members. Maintain compliance with agency policies, HIPAA regulations, and clinical standards. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Need Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program Current, unrestricted LVN license Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience in a clinical setting Home Health or Hospice experience preferred, but not required Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why Home Health? Home Health offers something many nurses are searching for—the opportunity to truly connect with patients. Instead of rushing between multiple patients in a busy facility, you'll spend focused, one-on-one time helping patients heal, regain independence, and remain safely at home. You'll have the autonomy to manage your day while being supported by a collaborative clinical team that's always just a phone call away. At Elara Caring, we don't just care for our patients—we care for the people who care for them. If you're ready for a nursing career with greater flexibility, meaningful relationships, and the chance to make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Elara Caring team! Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.
Must be a graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program with a current, unrestricted LVN license. Requires at least one year of clinical nursing experience and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Market context
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