Licensed Practical Nurse FT

UnitedHealth Group•Ellaville, GA

12h•$46,564 - $69,846

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 nurse verifies the plan of care with the RN before each visit, collaborates with the physician and RN to address patient needs, and reports changes in patient condition as soon as possible. The role includes educating patients and caregivers in self-care, checking vital signs, reviewing medications and completing medication reconciliation at each visit, performing physician-ordered specialized procedures, preparing treatment equipment and materials using aseptic technique, and completing documentation accurately and on time. The role uses per-visit-point compensation for visits and an hourly rate for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. Visits are assigned according to patient and business needs, and weekly visit volume varies based on productivity targets and the points assigned to each visit. The advertised annual total cash target assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity. Compensation may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
Current LPN license specific to the state or states assigned.
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, 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 the physician, such as Foley catheter changes.
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.