Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

About the role

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, provides home health, hospice and community-based care. It is hiring a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) covering the Lancaster, SC area. The nurse works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes.

Key responsibilities

• Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit
• Collaborate with the physician and RN to meet patient needs and notify them promptly of any change in condition
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques
• Check vital signs and review medications, performing medication reconciliation at each visit
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by the physician, such as a foley catheter change
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique
• Complete documentation timely and accurately

Required profile

• Current LPN license for the state(s) of assignment
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ year of LPN or LVN experience
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance

What we offer

• Total cash target pay of $46,564 - $69,846 annually, with $26.86 - $40.30 per visit point and a $22.39 - $33.58 hourly rate
• Benefits including a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility)