Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN; Home Health | Patient Care

The Key Home Health Nurse (LPN)

Location: Fairfield County, CT

Position Type: Per Diem / On-Call / Part-Time

Compensation: Starting at $30.00/hour (varies by client and shift)

Position Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding nursing career that offers independence, flexibility, and high‑quality patient care? The Key Home Health Services is seeking an adaptable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve home health clients across Fairfield County.

Currently, primary opportunities involve standard home visits, executing individualized care plans, routine wellness checks, and direct clinical care. As a Home Health LPN, you will be called on an as‑needed basis to accept assignments, with priority given to clinicians open to accepting last‑minute requests or filling temporary coverage gaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: Provide skilled nursing care, routine wellness visits, medication administration, wound care, and health monitoring in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care.

• Patient Status Monitoring: Observe, record, and report changes in patient conditions, symptoms, or behavior to the supervising RN or attending physician promptly.

• On-Demand & Flexibility: Accept per‑diem visit assignments on an as‑needed basis, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to coverage needs across Fairfield County.

• Client & Family Engagement: Build strong rapport with clients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams, providing ongoing health education and empathetic support.

• Clinical Documentation: Complete and submit accurate, timely clinical notes in accordance with agency policy, state home health regulations, and HIPAA standards.

• Future Coverage: Seamlessly transition into extended shift or block coverage opportunities as regional care volume expands.

Qualifications

• License: Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Connecticut.

• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience; background in home health, geriatrics, or care management strongly preferred.

• Certifications: Current CPR / BLS certification.

• Availability: Flexible schedule with willingness to work per‑diem shifts, on‑call visits, and accept last‑minute assignments.

• Transportation: Valid Connecticut Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.

• Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills within LPN scope of practice, effective communication, and proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) for daily charting.

Why Join The Key Home Health?

Enjoy competitive per‑diem pay rates, clinical autonomy in the field, 24/7 team support, and the opportunity to provide meaningful, personalized home care on a flexible schedule that fits your life.