Home Health LPN

UnitedHealth Group; Jamestown (NY); Remote; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Incentives

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care in patients\' homes within the Jamestown, NY area under supervision. You will document visits, coordinate care with the health care team, and ensure infection control procedures are followed.

Requirements include an active LPN license, driver\'s license (or access to transport), and CPR certification preferred. The role offers flexible hours and opportunities for growth within a nationwide health care

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice
• Current driver\'s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Preferred CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program
• Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process including timely reporting patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Skills

LPN licensure

Home health nursing

Job description

Exploreopportunities withWillcare, a part ofLHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals,physiciansand families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families,each otherand the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embracea cultureofCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures

• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable)

• Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process including timely reporting patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)

• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice

• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

• Ability to work flexible hours

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Able to work independently

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $24.10 to $ $36.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age,locationand income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalizedgroupsand those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and deliveringequitablecare that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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