Licensed Practical Nurse-Home Health

Optum; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k plan

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Assured Home Health, part of the UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver direct nursing care in patients' homes across Oregon. You will document visits, coordinate care, and work under supervision to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

You must hold an Oregon LPN license, have a valid driver’s license, and be able to meet the needs of acutely or chronically ill patients in the assigned service area. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in Oregon.
• Experience delivering home health nursing care and patient assessment.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate care with the health team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per physician orders in patients' homes.
• Document visits thoroughly in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate needs to families and care team.
• Function in diverse home environments with sensitivity to all patients.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse

Home health care

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

LPN licensure (Oregon)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Explore opportunities with Assured Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here.

Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

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)
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

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.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of Oregon
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $26.55 to $39.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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