LPN Homecare - Shawano

UnitedHealth Group; Shawano (WI); On-site; USD 28,075 - 50,199; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients in their homes. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality clinical services, accurately documenting patient visits, and coordinating care with healthcare teams. The ideal candidate must possess current LPN licensure in Wisconsin and a reliable vehicle. This role offers hourly pay ranging from $20.38 to $36.44, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of the client's background.

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality clinical services as prescribed.
• Documents patient visits in electronic medical record.
• Participates in agency’s care coordination process.

Skills

Clinical services provision

Patient documentation

Care coordination

Good communication skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse licensure

Job description

Job Summary

As the Home and Community Based Services 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, recording clinical and progress notes, and coordinating other patient care activities or services to provide the highest quality of care in the geographic service area assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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, case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable).

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle.
• 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 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.

Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The hourly pay for this role will range 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 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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, along with development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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