Home Health LPN/LVN — Caring Roles, Growth & Benefits

Optum; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under RN supervision. This role emphasizes care delivery, safety, and compassionate patient interaction.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care, coordinating with physicians, teaching self-care, monitoring vitals, and documenting accurately. A valid state LPN license and CPR are required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of LPN or LVN experience.
• Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• 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 being met; Notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (i.e. foley catheter change).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

LPN/LVN experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under RN supervision. This role emphasizes care delivery, safety, and compassionate patient interaction.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care, coordinating with physicians, teaching self-care, monitoring vitals, and documenting accurately. A valid state LPN license and CPR are required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.