LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
UnitedHealth Group•Thomasville, NC
•$49,151 - $73,726
About The Position
The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The role includes coordinating with physicians and RNs, monitoring patients, teaching patients and caregivers, and carrying out physician-ordered procedures. The position has both per-visit-point and hourly compensation, depending on the work performed. The stated annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
- Current LPN license specific to the state(s) assigned for work.
- Current CPR certification.
- 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; 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 Foley catheter changes.
- 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, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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