Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Liability insurance.
Responsibilities
Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit.
Collaborate with physicians and RNs to address patient needs.
Teach self-care techniques to patients and caregivers.
Check and record vital signs during visits.
Review medications and perform medication reconciliation.
Perform specialized procedures as ordered by the physician.
Prepare treatment equipment using aseptic techniques.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Benefits
Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
Opportunity for professional development and training.
Supportive team environment focused on patient care.
Access to resources for continuing education.
Full Job Description
Overview
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Pay Range: $42.00/hr to $48.00/hr
Territory: Northern Westchester County
Responsibilities
Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
Collaborate with physician and RN frequently to ensure patient needs are being met; Notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
Check vital signs.
Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (i.e. foley catheter change).
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
Complete documentation timely and accurately.
Qualifications
One year of clinical LPN experience.
Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
About Amedisys
Amedisys, Inc. is an American healthcare company that provides home health, hospice and personal care services. It is one of the largest home health providers in the United States and operates in 38 states and Puerto Rico. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
