Home Health LPN/LVN: Caring Impact & Growth

Jobtome; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, offers home health, hospice and community-based care. The Home Health LPN/LVN works under a Registered Nurse to deliver skilled nursing care at patients' homes, with a focus on personalized, compassionate service.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians, patient and caregiver education, vital signs, medication reviews, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience and an active LPN license for the state of assignment.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license required.
• Reliable transportation and liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN to meet patient needs; notify changes promptly.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs during visits.
• Review medications and perform reconciliations at each visit.
• Perform physician-ordered procedures and prepare treatment equipment.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation.

Skills

LPN/LVN experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Liability insurance

Education

LPN license (state-specific)

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, offers home health, hospice and community-based care. The Home Health LPN/LVN works under a Registered Nurse to deliver skilled nursing care at patients' homes, with a focus on personalized, compassionate service.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians, patient and caregiver education, vital signs, medication reviews, and documentation.