Home Health LPN/LVN Nurse — Caring, Patient-Centered

Optum; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision.

Primary responsibilities include verifying care plans with the RN, coordinating with physicians, teaching self-care, checking vital signs, reviewing medications, preparing treatment equipment, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ years of LPN/LVN experience.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with RN before each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN to meet patient needs.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review medications and reconcile at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (e.g. foley catheter change).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic techniques.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision.

Primary responsibilities include verifying care plans with the RN, coordinating with physicians, teaching self-care, checking vital signs, reviewing medications, preparing treatment equipment, and maintaining accurate documentation.