Licensed Practical Nurse,
UnitedHealth Group · Louisville, KY · Yesterday
Healthcare$44k–$97k/yrFull-time
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.
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 CPR certification
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
- 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 manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Able to work independently
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills
Pay
- Annual total cash target pay: $43,900 - $97,100
- Per visit point rate: $25.33 - $56.02
- Hourly rate: $21.11 - $46.68
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements)