LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health PRN

UnitedHealth Group•Jefferson City, TN

1d•$46,564 - $69,846•Onsite

About The Position

The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Per Diem works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The position provides visits as needed for overflow and PTO coverage. The nurse verifies the plan of care with the RN before each visit, collaborates with physicians and the RN to address patient needs, and promptly reports changes in patient condition. The role also includes teaching patients and caregivers self-care techniques, checking vital signs, reviewing medications and completing medication reconciliation at each visit, performing physician-ordered procedures, preparing treatment equipment and materials using aseptic technique, and completing documentation accurately and on time.

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.

Responsibilities

Verify the plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
Collaborate frequently with the physician and RN to ensure patient needs are met, and notify them as soon as possible when the 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 accurately and in a timely manner.