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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Elara Caring · McHenry, IL · $32.00–$35.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed a patient was getting sicker and acted on it.

What they are checking: Whether they recognize decline early and escalate, helping prevent avoidable hospital visits.

How do you keep yourself safe when visiting homes alone?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical safety habits and know when to leave and call the office.

Tell me about a time you had to explain something hard to a patient or family in plain language.

What they are checking: Whether they can teach clearly to people without medical training.

What would you do

You arrive and the patient's wound looks worse than the last note describes. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they document carefully and notify the RN case manager the same day.

A patient's family insists on managing medications their own way, which differs from the orders. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they educate respectfully, document the issue and involve the RN and physician.

This is an hourly role in McHenry County. How do you organize your day with several visits and drive time?

What they are checking: Whether they plan routes and manage time well when working independently in the field.

About the work

How does your role as an LPN in home health differ from the RN's role on the same patient?

What they are checking: Whether they know LPN scope in Illinois and when the RN must assess, plan or change care.

Walk me through a skilled nursing visit for a patient with heart failure.

What they are checking: Whether they check weight, swelling, breathing and medications and know which findings to report.

How do you make sure a patient understands their medications when you're only there for a short visit?

What they are checking: Whether they use teach-back and simple tools to reduce medication errors at home.

How do you document a home visit so it shows skilled nursing need?

What they are checking: Whether they understand notes must justify skilled care for compliance and payment.

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The full job description

As published by Elara Caring.

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Licensed Vocational/ Practical Nurse Hourly McHenry County At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse . Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! Why Join the Elara Caring mission? • Work in a collaborative environment. • Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference • Competitive compensation package • Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost • Opportunities for advancement • Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits • 401(K) with employer match • Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement As a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: • Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines. • Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes. • Communicates significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. • Reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate. • Implements the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources. • Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care. • Suggests revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the RN Case Manager. • Provides those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. • Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions. • Documents medication regimen and updates medication profile according to established procedures. • Treats patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner. • Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits. • Provides positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel. What is Required? • 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 • Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred • 50% travel required • Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment • Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations You will report to the Clinical Team Manager. The base salary for this position is $32 to $35 hourly, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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