Home Health LPN/LVN – Caring Care, Growth & Benefits

Jobtome; Cramerton (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, delivers home health and related services aimed at keeping patients comfortable at home. The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under a RN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes, ensuring safety and quality at every visit.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care, collaborating with physicians and RNs, teaching patients and caregivers, monitoring vital signs, reviewing medications, and assisting with procedures.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license for the assigned state(s).
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year of LPN/LVN experience.
• 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 met.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (e.g. Foley catheter changes).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

LPN license (state-specific)

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, delivers home health and related services aimed at keeping patients comfortable at home. The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under a RN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes, ensuring safety and quality at every visit.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care, collaborating with physicians and RNs, teaching patients and caregivers, monitoring vital signs, reviewing medications, and assisting with procedures.