LPN Per Diem Home Care -Sulphur

UnitedHealth Group•Sulphur, LA

5d•$23 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Lake Charles PCS, part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care prescribed by a physician to acutely or chronically ill patients in their homes. The role includes recording clinical and progress notes and coordinating patient care activities and services to provide high-quality care in the assigned geographic service area. The LPN works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor. The position serves patients in their homes and requires care delivery in accordance with state nursing practice laws, the plan of care, and applicable infection-control procedures. The nurse documents visits in the electronic medical record and, as applicable, uses the agency’s electronic visit verification program. The role also participates in care coordination, communicates patient needs and changes in condition, and works with patients, families, clinicians, physicians, agency staff, and community case managers. The organization describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, and notes that employees may receive development for other roles. Pay for this role is hourly and ranges from $22.90 to $34.35, depending on factors such as labor market, education, experience, and certifications. The posting states that this range is based on full-time employment and that benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
Current Louisiana LPN licensure without restrictions.
At least 1 year of experience working as an LPN.
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 it within 90 days of hire.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proven ability to work independently.
Proven good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

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