Licensed Practical Nurse - Central and West AA County

UnitedHealth Group•Glen Burnie, MD

18h•$54,324 - $81,487

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. 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 includes visits compensated per visit point as well as hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. Visits and weekly activity vary according to patient and business needs and individual productivity targets. The company describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, and notes that employees receive performance recognition, clear direction, and development opportunities. The position offers a 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 where assigned to work.
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 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 on time.