LVN, PRN - Texarkana, TX

UnitedHealth Group•Texarkana, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Explore opportunities with CHRISTUS HomeCare - St. Michael, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in Home Health is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.

Requirements

Current and unrestricted LPN or LVN licensure in state of practice
Current Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Previous home care experience
Ability to work flexible hours
Able to work independently
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team. May not alter the plan of care
Instructs the patients family in the care of the patient and maintenance of a healthy environment for the patient
Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition daily
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client