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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full Time
Company : Encompass Health
Location : South Windsor, CT, 06074
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 28 December 2025
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
As a LPN, you will visit patients in their homes and provide nursing care for them under direction of RNs and in compliance with the physicians' orders.
Qualifications
1. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
2. Must possess automobile liability insurance.
3. Must wear seat belts at all times while driving.
4. Dependable transportation kept in good working condition.
5. Must be able to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.
6. Must be currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of employment.
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
In South Windsor, LPNs with additional certifications like IV therapy or wound care often stand out. Local employers value these skills due to the aging population's complex needs, enhancing job prospects and demonstrating specialized proficiency in home health nursing roles.
While South Windsor has a steady demand for LPN home health nurses, competition remains moderate. Candidates with strong clinical skills and reliable transportation tend to have an edge, reflecting the region's growing need for skilled nursing in patients' homes.
A full-time LPN in home health undertakes patient visits across various homes, managing vital signs, medication administration, and collaborating closely with RNs and physicians to ensure tailored care plans are followed in non-clinical settings.
Many LPNs in home health advance by pursuing RN licensure, specializing in geriatric or hospice care, or taking leadership roles within home health agencies. Continuous education and hands-on experience in patient-centered environments fuel professional growth.
Licensed Practical Nurses in South Windsor typically earn between $48,000 and $58,000 annually depending on experience and certifications. Home health positions may offer additional incentives reflecting travel demands and patient care complexity.
Encompass Health invests in ongoing education and professional growth for LPNs, offering scholarship programs and access to cutting-edge technology, enabling nurses to enhance skills while providing compassionate in-home care.
Encompass Health emphasizes a collaborative culture with comprehensive benefits, including incentivized bonuses and flexible insurance options. This approach fosters stability and innovation, setting it apart from many regional home health providers.
LPNs must have dependable vehicles with valid driver's licenses and insurance, capable of handling all weather conditions. Reliable transportation is critical for timely patient visits across diverse neighborhoods in South Windsor.
Some believe LPN home health roles involve less clinical responsibility, but these nurses perform essential skilled tasks independently, often managing complex patient needs in isolated settings, requiring strong decision-making and adaptability.