Home Health LPN: Flexible, Independent Patient Care

UnitedHealth Group; Rutledge (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Elk Valley, part of LHC Group, delivering direct nursing care to acutely and chronically ill patients in their homes across the service area. You will document visits in the electronic medical record and coordinate care with the health team under supervision.

Responsibilities include high-quality clinical services, infection control, case coordination, and clear communication with patients, families, and providers.

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.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work independently.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

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

Skills

Communication skills

Writing

Organizational skills

Driving

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Elk Valley, part of LHC Group, delivering direct nursing care to acutely and chronically ill patients in their homes across the service area. You will document visits in the electronic medical record and coordinate care with the health team under supervision.

Responsibilities include high-quality clinical services, infection control, case coordination, and clear communication with patients, families, and providers.