Home Health LPN/LVN
Billings, MT
NuWest Travel Nursing
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,650/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 50%
- Licensed Practical Nurse (2 years)
Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) - Home Health
Pay Range: $1,435.19 – $1,688.46 / week
Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) performs selected nursing care, personal care, support, and training for home health patients, family members, and caregivers based on an established plan of care. Serving sub-acute, convalescent, and chronic patients across all age groups, the LPN delivers intermittent nursing services in residential settings, personal care homes, and assisted living facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provides quality, safe delivery of home health services under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), including wound care requiring aseptic technique, catheter care, injections, bowel programs, colostomy care, and medication management.
- Administers treatments and medications in strict compliance with physician orders.
- Assesses patient home environments, provides health education and instruction, and communicates changes in patient condition to team members and physicians.
- Documents care, observations, and clinical activities in the electronic medical record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
- Performs therapeutic exercise regimes, range of motion activities, and personal care services as directed.
- Performs blood draws and collects diagnostic specimens as needed.
- Participates in rotating on-call coverage for after-hours, weekend, and holiday patient care needs.
Requirements & Certifications
- Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program with at least 2 years of recent LPN experience.
- Active State of Montana or Compact LPN license.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
Benefits At NuWest, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Benefits for eligible employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Dedicated Recruiter support
- Weekly direct deposit
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer
NuWest Travel Nursing
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About Billings, MT
As a travel nurse in Billings, MT here's what you should know:- Billings has a lower cost of living compared to many similarly-sized cities, making it a surprisingly affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-90°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Billings.
- Billings is car-friendly with easily navigable roads.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Billings has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Billings offers a variety of activities including award-winning restaurants, rodeos, Pictograph Cave State Park, ZooMontana, the Western Heritage Center, and a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the natural beauty of Yellowstone Valley, Beartooth Mountains, and Absaroka Mountains.
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