LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Middlesboro, KY

4h•$43,977 - $65,965

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 position primarily serves patients on Hwy 119, Brownies Creek, and Middlesboro, with a schedule described as full-time and one Saturday per month. The nurse verifies the plan of care with the RN before each visit, works 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 and reconciling medications, performing physician-ordered specialized procedures, preparing treatment materials using aseptic technique, and completing documentation accurately and on time. The position offers annual total cash target pay of $43,977–$65,965, a per-visit-point rate of $25.37–$38.06, and an hourly rate of $21.14–$31.71. Compensation varies with factors such as labor market, education, experience, productivity, and performance. Visit work is paid by visit points; certain non-visit activities, such as orientation, are paid hourly. The employer also describes a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

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.

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 on time.