Hospice LPN

UnitedHealth Group; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for hospice care in Flagstaff, Arizona. The LPN is responsible for providing quality patient care including skilled nursing services, administering medications, and assisting physicians. Qualifications include a current LPN license and CPR certification. The pay ranges from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package available. Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of patients in hospice care.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Current driver’s license and access to a dependable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled nursing services under supervision of a staff RN.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Assist the physician and/or staff RN in specialized procedures.
• Encourage patient self-care.
• Report changes in patient condition.
• Perform complex wound care.

Skills

Skilled nursing services

Medication administration

Daily patient care

Wound care

Education

Current LPN licensure

CPR certification

Job description

As the licensed practical nurse (LPN) in hospice is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient’s home.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff RN daily.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations.
• Assists the physician and/or staff RN in performing specialized procedures as needed.
• Assists the patient with daily activities and encourages appropriate self‑care daily.
• Reports to the patient’s physician and other appropriate personnel regarding pertinent changes in the patient’s condition as needed.
• Performs complex wound care if in‑service is documented for specific procedure daily or as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospice experience.

Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The hourly pay for this role ranges from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is an equal employment opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.