LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health

Amedisys, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional homecare services as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). This rewarding part-time position offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives in their own homes. Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401k with matching, and wellness rewards. Be part of a supportive community that values your contributions and promotes a healthy work-life balance. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in home health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefits package

401k with a match

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

Infertility coverage

Paid parental leave

Back up child and elder care

Fleet vehicle program

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have one year of clinical LPN experience.
• Current LPN license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Verify care plans with RNs before visits.
• Teach patients self-care techniques and monitor vital signs.
• Document patient interactions accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Collaboration with Healthcare Professionals

Self-Care Education

Education

LPN License

CPR Certification

Tools

Medical Equipment

Documentation Software

Job description

Overview

Part-time - Days

Are you a highly skilled and compassionate licensed practical nurse (LPN) looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Attractive pay

• $20.00-$25.00

Enjoy many perks and benefits

• A full benefits package (with affordable health insurance options).

• 401k with a match.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards and up to $1,200 in free healthcare services paid for by Amedisys yearly.
• Mental health support.
• Infertility coverage, adoption reimbursement and paid parental leave.
• Back up child and elder care (at participating locations).
• Fleet vehicle program (for full-time caregivers meeting certain requirements).
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Student loan counseling, tuition reimbursement and refinancing.
• And more.

What's in it for you

• Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
• Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

Don't just take it from us - see what our caregivers love about Amedisys

"I have worked here just shy of a year and it's the best job I've ever had! We have an awesome team and administration is very supportive. I never felt so appreciated. Your time off is really yours." - Amedisys caregiver

Why Amedisys

Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.

• Collaborate with physician and RN frequently to ensure patient needs are being met; Notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (i.e. foley catheter change).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Qualifications

Requirements

• One year of clinical LPN experience.

• Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.