Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role involves coordinating with the RN and physician, educating patients and caregivers, carrying out ordered procedures, and documenting care accurately and promptly. The position offers per-visit-point compensation for patient visits and hourly compensation for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The stated annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity. Compensation varies with factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase program, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current LPN license specific to the state or states where assigned to work.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Responsibilities
- Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit.
- Collaborate frequently with the physician and RN to ensure patient needs are met, and notify them as soon as possible when a patient's condition changes.
- Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
- Check vital signs.
- Review medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
- Perform specialized procedures ordered by a physician, such as a Foley catheter change.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase program.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
