Home Health LPN: Compassionate Patient Care Navigator

Optum; Chesnee (SC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision. You will verify plans of care, coordinate with physicians, teach self-care, monitor vitals, reconcile medications, and perform procedures as ordered.

Requirements include a current LPN license, CPR certification, 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation and insurance.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license for the state you work in.
• CPR certification.
• 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN to meet patient needs and report changes.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs and review medications with medication reconciliation.
• Perform physician-ordered procedures (e.g., Foley catheter changes).
• Prepare equipment and materials using aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

LPN License

CPR Certified

Driver's License

Home Health Exp

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision. You will verify plans of care, coordinate with physicians, teach self-care, monitor vitals, reconcile medications, and perform procedures as ordered.

Requirements include a current LPN license, CPR certification, 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation and insurance.