<p>Munroe Regional HomeCare in Ocala, Florida is recruiting a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a home health role serving patients across the community in their own residences. This is a field-based clinical position with a competitive per-visit compensation model, full benefits, and the support structure of a nationally recognized post-acute care organization. The role offers genuine schedule flexibility and the autonomy that experienced home health nurses actively seek.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Annual total cash target pay range: $46,564 – $69,846 (based on full-time, 40-hour week at full productivity)</li> <li>Per-visit point rate: $22.39 – $33.58 per visit point; hourly rate for non-visit activities: $26.86 – $40.30</li> <li>Dual compensation structure — per-visit point pay for patient visits, hourly pay for orientation and non-visit work</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>Employee equity stock purchase program</li> <li>Recognition and performance reward programs</li> <li>Flexible scheduling to meet identified patient and business needs</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Field-based home health practice — all patient care delivered in the patient's home setting</li> <li>Clinical scope governed by Florida state nursing practice laws and individualized plans of care</li> <li>Performs technical skilled nursing care across a diverse patient population regardless of age, diagnosis, or socioeconomic background</li> <li>Active participation in care coordination: attends patient case conferences, communicates with physicians, case coordinators, community case managers, and agency management</li> <li>Timely reporting of patient needs and changes in condition to the broader care team</li> <li>Documentation completed in the electronic medical record (EMR) with electronic visit verification (EVV) program compliance per regulatory and payer requirements</li> <li>Infection control protocols followed for all home visits</li> <li>Weekly visit volume varies based on individual productivity targets and the point values assigned to visit types</li> <li>Part of a nationally scaled post-acute care network (Optum/UnitedHealth Group family of businesses) with access to professional development pathways</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, active, and unrestricted LPN licensure in the state of Florida (required)</li> <li>Valid driver's license with current vehicle insurance and access to a dependable personal vehicle or reliable public transportation (required)</li> <li>Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire (preferred)</li> <li>Prior home care experience preferred; candidates with strong community or outpatient nursing backgrounds are encouraged to apply</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently in an unstructured field environment</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills; solid organizational habits</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours as patient and business needs require</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ocala, Florida sits in the heart of Marion County — known as the "Horse Capital of the World" — offering a distinctive blend of rural charm, outdoor recreation, and genuine affordability that is increasingly rare in the Sunshine State. The area features extensive equestrian trails, Silver Springs State Park, and easy access to both the Gulf Coast and Atlantic beaches within a two-hour drive. Ocala's cost of living runs well below the Florida average, with strong public and private school options and a growing healthcare economy that makes it an attractive long-term base for clinical professionals.</p>