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Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN/LPN Home Health Per Diem San Antonio Texas

Optum

Shavano Park, TX
1 day ago
$19.86 - $38.85

Job Description

Join Optum as a Licensed Vocational Nurse providing essential home health care to patients. You'll implement care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance community health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act and agency's policies
  • Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse
  • Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
  • Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
  • Participates in the coordination of home health services
  • Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines
  • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
  • Participates in personal and professional growth and development
  • Adheres to the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures
  • Performs all other related nursing duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
  • Current unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse
  • Current CPR-BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start of employment
  • 2+ years of clinical experience preferably in a community home health or medical/surgical setting
  • Thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional standards of care, and state and federal regulations regarding home care
  • Proven ability to comply with accepted professional standards and practices
  • Valid Texas driver's license and maintain personal auto insurance coverage

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with electronic medical record application
  • Proven ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
  • Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
  • Demonstrated excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care
  • Proven basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and other email systems
  • Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution