Compassionate Home Health LPN/LVN Nurse

Optum; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Home Health LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include verifying care plans, collaborating with RNs and physicians, teaching self-care, and performing clinical tasks with strict documentation. A strong candidate will have a GA LPN license, CPR, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of LPN or LVN experience.
• Current LPN license for the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN frequently to ensure patient needs are being met; Notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (i.e. foley catheter change).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

LPN/LVN experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Home Health LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include verifying care plans, collaborating with RNs and physicians, teaching self-care, and performing clinical tasks with strict documentation. A strong candidate will have a GA LPN license, CPR, and reliable transportation.