Licensed Practical Nurse - Kingsport

UnitedHealth Group • Kingsport, TN

4d • $23 - $34

About The Position

Elk Valley, part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, is hiring PRN private duty nurses in the Kingsport area. The Home and Community Based Services Licensed Practical Nurse provides physician-prescribed direct nursing care to acutely or chronically ill patients in their homes, records clinical and progress notes, and coordinates patient care activities and services in the assigned geographic area. The nurse works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or access to public transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice defined by state nursing laws, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other health care team members.
• Follow applicable infection control procedures.
• Document patient visits thoroughly and completely in the electronic medical record according to regulatory and payer requirements, using the agency’s electronic visit verification program as applicable.
• Participate in care coordination, including timely reporting of patient needs and changes in condition.
• Attend patient case conferences and communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, clinicians, agency management staff, case coordinators, and community case managers as applicable.
• Function in any home situation regardless of the client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed