Home Health LPN — Make a Difference with Great Benefits

Amedisys; Ellaville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Telehealth

Medical plans (PPO or HSA)

Wellness rewards

401(k) with company match

Family support

Job summary

Amedisys, a leading home health and hospice provider in the U.S., is hiring a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time field role. Enjoy attractive pay with mileage reimbursement and access to PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians and RNs, teaching patients self-care, checking vitals, performing medication reconciliation, and preparing treatment equipment.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical LPN experience.
• Current LPN license for 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 experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Amedisys, a leading home health and hospice provider in the U.S., is hiring a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time field role. Enjoy attractive pay with mileage reimbursement and access to PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.

Responsibilities include verifying plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians and RNs, teaching patients self-care, checking vitals, performing medication reconciliation, and preparing treatment equipment.