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Form of workAurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health Coordinator. Our LPN - Home Health Coordinator coordinates home with health care services and acts as a liaison to outside agencies and providers to ensure continuity of care for patients. This position provides coordination services throughout 3 clinics in our Adult Intensive Services department; working closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and medical assistants. The ideal candidate should be highly collaborative, work autonomously, and enjoy working with complex systems. Preferred candidates must have previous experience working in home health. We offer a generous sign-on bonus and great benefits.
$3,000 Sign on bonus Available *Not eligible for PRN candidates, internal employees, and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation.
Based on full time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following 6-month anniversary.
Salary for this role. wage is based on licensure and company equity.
- $23.77 - $35.65 hourly
Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.
- Will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis for all hours worked (excluding non-productive hours paid but not worked, e.g., paid time off, holiday, administrative, etc.) in an amount equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate home health care services and act as liaison to outside agencies and providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Review and verify orders for accuracy to and from home health community partners.
- Support the clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to physician/prescriber.)
- Perform nursing interventions within scope of practice, congruent with licensing.
- Observe, identify, and monitor the condition of the patient, including changes in symptoms, and relate the same to appropriate members of the treatment team.
- Administer injections and other medications.
- Provide medical case management and other clinical interventions, as appropriate.
- Provide assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
- Accurately and completely chart interventions, lab results, medications administered, and all activities related to patient interactions according to the organization's procedures.
- Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely manner.
- Attend meetings and training as needed.
- Maintain professional licensing as required by applicable state laws.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Licensure: Active State of Colorado Registered or Practical Nursing License.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed as a Practical Nurse in good standing with the State of Colorado is required.
- Two years home health experience is required.
- Preferred: Two years of relevant clinical experience.
- Ability to administer medications and injections.
- Effective communication and coordination skills.
- Effective organizational and leadership skills.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn/utilize electronic health record.
- Ability to handle basic nursing procedures.
Required Vaccinations and TB Test.
AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.
Benefits:
- Health insurance: Kaiser
- Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
- Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability coverage*
- 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
- Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary term life insurance
- Short term disability*
*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more
Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.
Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Diversity Statement.
We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.
