Per Diem LPN: Home Health Nurse

UnitedHealth Group; Snow Hill (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contributions

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a PRN LPN/LVN for Home Health to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes. Per diem role, under RN supervision, with focus on safety, assessment, and teaching. Competitive pay with per-visit budgeting.

Responsibilities include validating plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians, and meticulous documentation. Requires valid LPN license, CPR, and transportation.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license specific to the assigning state.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of LPN/LVN experience.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN to meet patient needs; notify changes promptly.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform physician-ordered procedures (e.g., Foley changes).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Skills

LPN license (state)

CPR certification

1+ year LPN/LVN experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a PRN LPN/LVN for Home Health to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes. Per diem role, under RN supervision, with focus on safety, assessment, and teaching. Competitive pay with per-visit budgeting.

Responsibilities include validating plans of care with the RN, collaborating with physicians, and meticulous documentation. Requires valid LPN license, CPR, and transportation.