Home Health LPN/LVN Nurse - Competitive Pay & Benefits

Optum; Lowell (MA); 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 hiring a Home Health LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision. You will verify plans of care, monitor patient conditions, and teach self-care techniques to patients and families.

The role requires 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience, a current LPN license valid for the state, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of LPN or LVN experience.
• Current LPN license valid for the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with 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

Home health care

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Home Health LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes under RN supervision. You will verify plans of care, monitor patient conditions, and teach self-care techniques to patients and families.

The role requires 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience, a current LPN license valid for the state, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.