Licensed Practical Nurse
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, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)
Required Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Preferred Qualifications
- CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Home care experience
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Able to work independently
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills
- Able to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
Pay
- $51,738 - $77,606 annual total cash target pay
- $24.87 - $37.31 per visit point
- $29.85 - $44.77 hourly rate
Schedule
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
About the Role
The Licensed Practical Nurse in Home Health is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.
Company Information
Caretenders is a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.