Amedisys

Licensed Practical Nurse

Amedisys$83K — $89K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • One year of clinical LPN experience required.
  • Current LPN license specific to assigned state(s).
  • Valid CPR certification necessary.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
  • Liability insurance must be obtained.

Responsibilities

  • Verify plan of care with RN before each visit.
  • Collaborate frequently with physician and RN to meet patient needs.
  • Teach self-care techniques to patients and caregivers.
  • Check and monitor vital signs for patients.
  • Review medications and conduct medication reconciliation during visits.
  • Perform specialized procedures as ordered by physician.
  • Prepare treatment equipment using aseptic technique.
  • Complete documentation on time and accurately.

Benefits

  • Choice between PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
  • Paid time off provided.
  • Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services under the Amedisys HSA plan.
  • Wellness rewards up to $500 for activities like gym and hobbies.
  • Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions.
  • 401(k) plan with company match available.
  • Family support benefits including infertility treatment and adoption reimbursement.
  • Fleet vehicle program and mileage reimbursement options.
Full Job Description
Overview

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys licensed practical nurse

Attractive pay
  • $40.oo to $43.00 per hour


What's in it for you

  • Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
  • Paid time off.
  • Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
  • Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
  • Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
  • 401(k) with a company match.
  • Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
  • Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
  • And more.

*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

*Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

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.
Learn more about Amedisys
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$183.6 million
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+9.3%
Revenue
$2 billion
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