Home Health Nurse, LVN or LPN - DFW

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Home Health Nurse, LVN to join our team in Fort Worth, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while

Caring. Connecting. Growing together

The Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Primary 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, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the Registered Nurse and / or Clinical Supervisor

Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines / standards as per agency policy

Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently

Participates in personal and professional growth and development

Adheres to the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of the documentation

Communication :

Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary

Communicates with the physician regarding the patients' needs and reports any changes in the patients' condition; obtains / receives physician's orders as required

Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team Coordinator (CTC / Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients by the end of the work day

Additional Duties :

Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned

Demonstrates knowledge and observance of Patient Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices

Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available

Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels, as per Agency standards

Requires the availability of accepting patients during business hours (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

Requires updating the time card daily, as per UHG Policy

Requires contacting patients the night before the scheduled visit to provide an arrival time within a two (2) hour window

Requires obtaining pre-approval from direct supervisor for overtime

Requires the ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients' needs

Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality

Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff, and agency information

Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary

Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and cooperative manner

Promotes the agency's image by adhering to the agency's dress code

Performs all other related duties as assigned

In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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 Licensed Vocational Nurse (for Texas employees)

Have and maintain current CPR certification

2+ years clinical experience preferable in a community home health or medical / surgical setting

Demonstrated thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional standards of care and state and federal regulations regarding home care

Valid Texas (for Texas employees) Driver's License and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements

This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

Skills / Abilities :

Demonstrates excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist

Evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care

Must be able to endure prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift position or transfer patients in a proximate location; lift supplies and equipment; perform reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching

Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required nursing skills

Complies with accepted professional standards and practices

Basic computer skills to include : Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other e-mail systems

Must be able to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly

Experience working with electronic medical record application

Ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds (must be able to lift and transfer patients from one location to another, if necessary

Ability to push / pull heavy objects using up to fifty (50) pounds of force. Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Ability to stand for extended period of time

Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and / or machinery

Ability to properly drive and operate a personal / company vehicle

Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and / or in writing

Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex situations

Work Environment (Patient's Home) :

May work in patient homes under varying conditions with possible exposure to fumes, odors, pets, insects, rodents, blood, body fluids and infectious diseases; some exposures to inclement weather; rotating call and emergency call. In rare occasions, the work environment may involve abusive, combative or psychologically disturbed patient / family members. Requires ability to handle stress situations with calmness and courtesy at all time

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.