Licensed Practical Nurse – Psych Visits PRN

Elara Capital

Licensed Practical Nurse providing behavioral health home visits for Elara Caring’s home-care patients in Massachusetts. Delivering nursing care, medication documentation, safety support, and patient education during PRN visits.

Posted 8/4/2026part-timeSpringfield • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $30 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care delivery, including the ability to implement care plans, communicate effectively with healthcare teams, and educate patients on self-care techniques. Proficient in documenting care and medication regimens while ensuring patient safety and compliance with established standards.

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Licensed Vocational NursePatient Care DeliveryClinical DocumentationPatient EducationHome Health Experience

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Hard Skills

Patient CareMedication ManagementPlan of Care VerificationClinical AssessmentSelf-Care Techniques

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationSupportive Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

Current State License as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse

Industry Keywords

Clinical Care SettingHome Health EnvironmentHospice ExperiencePatient Safety PlansTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit
Provide care according to RN delegation, physician orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines
Incorporate patient care goals into nursing visits and document them in skilled nursing notes
Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and other involved personnel
Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician
Implement patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
Teach patients appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality care
Suggest revisions to the Plan of Care and notify the RN Case Manager of identified care issues
Provide substantial and specialized nursing services under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician
Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours
Document medication regimens and update medication profiles
Treat patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner
Implement actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits
Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel
Report to the Clinical Team Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
Graduate of an accredited certificate, diploma, or associate school of nursing
Current state license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse
1 year of experience in a clinical care setting; hospice experience preferred
Home health environment experience preferred
50% travel required
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently
Ability to lift 50–100 lbs.
Valid driver’s license and insurance
Reliable transportation to perform job tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Family bereavement leave
Pet bereavement leave
Additional compensation may include performance-based bonuses, commissions, on-call pay, or other incentive earnings (not guaranteed)