Licensed Practical Nurse

Optum; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 49,207; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide quality home health care in the patient’s home. You will deliver skilled nursing services per the plan of care and coordinate with the health care team.

The role requires current LPN licensure, CPR certification, reliable transportation, and flexibility to meet client needs. Excellent communication and documentation in the electronic medical record are essential to ensure safe, effective care.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Access to dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet client needs.
• Ability to function in diverse home environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality clinical services within scope of practice per plan of care and in coordination with the health care team.
• Document patient visits thoroughly in the EMR per regulatory and payer requirements.
• Participate in care coordination, reporting changes in condition and communicating with patient, family, physician, and team.

Skills

LPN licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Flexible hours

Cultural sensitivity

Job description

The LPN in Home Health is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient’s home.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency’s electronic visit verification program (as applicable)
• Actively participates in the agency’s care coordination process including timely reporting patients’ needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Preferred Qualifications

• Home care experience
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Benefits

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.