LVN

About the role

Southern Home Health, a part of LHC Group and member of the Optum family, provides post‑acute care in patients’ homes. The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Home Health delivers quality patient care and technical skilled care in the patient’s home while collaborating with the broader health‑care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality clinical services within the scope of practice defined by state nursing laws, following the plan of care and infection‑control procedures.
• Document patient visits thoroughly in the electronic medical record using the agency’s electronic visit verification program.
• Participate in the agency’s care‑coordination process, including timely reporting of patient needs and condition changes, attending case conferences, and communicating with patients, families, physicians, clinicians, agency staff, case coordinators, and community case managers.
• Function effectively in any home situation regardless of the client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LVN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Home‑care experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work hours as required to meet client needs.

Pay

Annual total cash target pay ranges from $51,738 to $77,606, based on full‑time employment (40 hours/week) at full productivity. Compensation includes a per‑visit point rate of $29.85 – $44.77 and an hourly rate of $24.87 – $37.31. Pay is calculated by multiplying the per‑visit point rate by productivity points accrued for each visit type; hourly pay applies to non‑visit activities such as orientation. Compensation varies with local labor markets, education, experience, productivity, and performance.

Benefits

The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and 401(k) contributions (subject to eligibility). Additional incentives and benefits are offered based on tenure and performance.