LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Mount Pleasant, SC

13d•$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 involves verifying the care plan with the RN, collaborating with physicians and the RN to address patient needs and changes in condition, teaching self-care, monitoring vital signs and medications, performing physician-ordered procedures, preparing treatment materials using aseptic technique, and completing documentation accurately and promptly.

Requirements

Current LPN license specific to the state(s) assigned.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.

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 all medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
Perform specialized procedures ordered by the physician, such as foley catheter changes.
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
Complete documentation timely and accurately.