Home Health LPN Nurse - Impactful Care, Flexible Benefits

Amedisys; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth included

Paid time off

Amedisys HSA plan

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with match

Family/parent leave

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Amedisys in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support home health patients in their familiar surroundings. Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit, collaborate with physicians, teach patients and caregivers self-care, and monitor vital signs to ensure patient safety.

Compensation ranges from $40.00 to $43.00 per hour with benefits including telehealth, paid time off, an Amedisys HSA plan, wellness rewards, mental health support, a 401(k) match, and mileage

Qualifications

• One year of clinical LPN 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.

Education

LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support home health patients in their familiar surroundings. Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit, collaborate with physicians, teach patients and caregivers self-care, and monitor vital signs to ensure patient safety.

Compensation ranges from $40.00 to $43.00 per hour with benefits including telehealth, paid time off, an Amedisys HSA plan, wellness rewards, mental health support, a 401(k) match, and mileage