JOB PURPOSE

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Community-based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers safe, person and population-centered care across lifespan within the scope of practice. The role supports health promotion, illness/injury prevention, and care management in both clinical and community settings, in collaboration with individuals, families, and community partners.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration with ANBLPN and be in good standing
• Current BCLS certification
• Minimum2 years recent and direct experience (within last 5 years) in community-based nursing or a related area such as Addiction & Mental Health, Public Health, or Primary Health is required. A combination of relevant work experience and related education training will be considered.
• Commitment to complete area-specific training and certifications (i.e. Mental Health Interventions, Public Health Modules, Chronic Disease Management, immunization practices) as outlined during orientation and onboarding within a defined timeframe.
• Possess a valid driver's license and transportation, with the ability and willingness to travel within the region to support patient care, attend client appointment and participate in community-based activities as required.
• Possess a valid passport to support those in Area 2
• Good work and attendance record
• Ability to perform the duties of the position

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care:

• Prioritizes and delivers care to patients within a collaborative setting, seeking clinical guidance as required.
• Conducts timely and accurate patient assessments, responds effectively to emergent situations, and prioritizes care to ensure patient safety.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients while adhering to professional boundaries.
• Provides holistic patient care and therapeutic clinical care, promotes wellness and disease prevention, health education and self-management support for individuals across the lifespan.
• Participates in the development, monitoring of the plan of care, including maintaining document standards, in collaboration with the health care team, patients, and family members.
• Supervises and facilitates client activities to support health promotion, education, and self-management, including but not limited to mental health, chronic disease and wellness programs.
• Leads or supports group session to promote health knowledge, self-management and wellness across diverse populations and settings.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and provides ongoing mentorship.

COMPETENCIES

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Professional Communication
• Emotional Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Professionalism

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.