About the role
Overview
TheKey Home Health Nurse (LPN)
Location: New Haven County, CT
Position Type: Per Diem / On-Call / Part-Time
Compensation
Starting at $30.00/hour (varies by client and shift)
Position Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding nursing career that offers independence, flexibility, and high-quality patient care? TheKey Home Health Services is seeking an adaptable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve home health clients across New Haven County.
Currently, primary opportunities involve standard home visits, executing individualized care plans, routine wellness checks, and direct clinical care. As a Home Health LPN, you will be called on an as-needed basis to accept assignments, with priority given to clinicians open to accepting last-minute requests or filling temporary coverage gaps.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
Provide skilled nursing care, routine wellness visits, medication administration, wound care, and health monitoring in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care.
Patient Status Monitoring
Observe, record, and report changes in patient conditions, symptoms, or behavior to the supervising RN or attending physician promptly.
On-Demand & Flexibility
Accept per-diem visit assignments on an as-needed basis, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to coverage needs across Fairfield County.
Client & Family Engagement
Build strong rapport with clients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams, providing ongoing health education and empathetic support.
Clinical Documentation
Complete and submit accurate, timely clinical notes in accordance with agency policy, state home health regulations, and HIPAA standards.
Future Coverage
Seamlessly transition into extended shift or block coverage opportunities as regional care volume expands.
Qualifications
Qualifications
License
Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Connecticut.
Experience
Minimum 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience; background in home health, geriatrics, or care management strongly preferred.
Certifications
Current CPR / BLS certification.
Availability
Flexible schedule with willingness to work per-diem shifts, on-call visits, and accept last-minute assignments.
Transportation
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
Skills
Strong clinical assessment skills within LPN scope of practice, effective communication, and proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) for daily charting.
Why Join TheKey Home Health?
Enjoy competitive per-diem pay rates, clinical autonomy in the field, 24/7 team support, and the opportunity to provide meaningful, personalized home care on a flexible schedule that fits your life.