Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN
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 role includes conducting patient visits, supporting patients and caregivers with self-care, monitoring patient health, administering ordered procedures, and accurately documenting care. The position is compensated through a combination of per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. Amedisys is part of the Optum family of businesses and provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The company describes a culture centered on caring, connecting, and growing, and offers opportunities for development into other roles.
Requirements
- Current LPN license specific to the state or states where assigned to work.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
