Compassionate Home Health LVN/LPN – Flexible Schedule

Jobtome; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for direct patient care in Texas home health settings. Responsibilities include implementing plans of care, accurate documentation, and coordination with the clinical team to ensure quality outcomes.

Required: Texas LPN/LVN license, CPR/BLS, 2+ years in home health or medical/surgical settings; ability to work flexible schedules and participate in on-call rotations. Excellent patient education and teamwork skills encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Current unrestricted license in Texas as LPN/LVN.
• Current CPR-BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start of employment.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in home health or medical/surgical setting preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing practice standards and state/federal home care regulations.
• Proven ability to adhere to professional standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined by state Nurse Practice Act and agency policies.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and educates patient and family/caregiver about diagnosis and plan of care.
• Coordinates home health services with CTM and CTC/Scheduler; recommends additional services.
• Follows infection control standards and safety guidelines per policy.
• Maintains daily patient caseload and documentation per agency standards.
• Participates in on-call duties as assigned.

Skills

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Flexibility

On-call duties

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Current unrestricted license in Texas as LPN/LVN

Current CPR-BLS certification or ability to obtain

2+ years of clinical home health or medical/surgical experience

Knowledge of home health nursing standards and regulations

Ability to comply with professional standards

Tools

Electronic medical record application

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for direct patient care in Texas home health settings. Responsibilities include implementing plans of care, accurate documentation, and coordination with the clinical team to ensure quality outcomes.

Required: Texas LPN/LVN license, CPR/BLS, 2+ years in home health or medical/surgical settings; ability to work flexible schedules and participate in on-call rotations. Excellent patient education and teamwork skills encouraged.