Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health - Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase plan

Job summary

Redmond Assured Home Health, part of LHC Group and a member of the Optum family, seeks a Per Diem LPN/LVN to deliver quality patient care in patients' homes. You will follow the plan of care, coordinate with the health care team, and support families in home environments.

Qualified applicants hold Washington LPN/LVN licensure, a valid driver's license, and CPR certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN or LVN licensure in the state of Washington.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or reliable transportation.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by 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.
• Instructs the patients family in the care of the patient and maintenance of a healthy environment for the patient.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition daily.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Driver's license

Job description

Explore opportunities with Redmond Assured Home Health, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in Home Health is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides 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. May not alter the plan of care.
• Instructs the patients family in the care of the patient and maintenance of a healthy environment for the patient.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition daily.
• 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 LPN or LVN licensure in the state of Washington
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Home care experience
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Pay Range

$75,000 - $96,000 annual total cash target pay

Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of 'direct' and 'indirect' patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, 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.

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