Licensed Practical Nurse

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Amedisys, Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Bellevue, Washington

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide home-based care by performing specialized procedures, monitoring vital signs, and conducting medication reconciliations. They will also collaborate with physicians and RNs to ensure patient needs are met and educate caregivers on self-care techniques.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. To qualify for this role, you need to have one year of clinical LPN experience with current LPN license and CPR certification.

Job Description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Full-time days
  • Territory: North King County to Seattle
 Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay
  • $40 t0 $47
 What's in it for you
  • A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
  • Paid time off.
  • Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
  • Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
  • Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys 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.
Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.*To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.  Why Amedisys?
  • Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
  • Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

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.  

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Amedisys, Inc.

Since 2011, Beacon Hospice has been part of the Amedisys family. With a long tradition of care, Beacon Hospice continues to serve patients and families across the Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island areas. Hospice is a gift – it gives people who are facing a life-limiting illness the freedom to live all the days of their lives by offering comfort, dignity, quality of life and time. Beacon Hospice is centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support for you – along with resources, information and emotional support for your family and caregivers. Hospice care is 100% covered by Medicare, as well as by most Medicaid and commercial insurances.
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