Per Diem Home Health LPN – Compassionate Patient Care

UnitedHealth Group; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contribution

Recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Home Health team seeks a per diem LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes. You will verify plans of care with the RN, coordinate with physicians, and educate patients and caregivers on self-care. Duties include vital signs, medication reconciliation, and completing accurate documentation.

Applicants must hold a current LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ years of LPN or LVN experience

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

Education

LPN/LVN license or equivalent

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Home Health team seeks a per diem LPN/LVN to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes. You will verify plans of care with the RN, coordinate with physicians, and educate patients and caregivers on self-care. Duties include vital signs, medication reconciliation, and completing accurate documentation.

Applicants must hold a current LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. 1+ year of LPN/LVN experience preferred.