UT Health ET Home Health Field LVN / LPN

Job Description

Job Description

About Company :

Our Mission at UT Health ET Home Health is to enhance the life of every patient we serve in the pursuit of delivering excellent healthcare. We've worked diligently to shape the culture of the company in how we lead and work daily. As leaders, employees, clinicians, and support staff we strive to apply the Pillars of Choice every day.

About the Role :

The Home Health Field LVN / LPN plays a critical role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients within their homes, ensuring comfort, safety, and effective treatment outside of traditional clinical settings. This position requires the ability to assess patient health status, administer medications, and implement care plans tailored to individual needs while collaborating closely with physicians, therapists, and family members. The LVN / LPN will be responsible for monitoring patient progress, documenting clinical information accurately, and adjusting care approaches as necessary to promote optimal health outcomes. This role demands strong communication skills to educate patients and caregivers on health management and preventive care. Ultimately, the Home Health Field LVN / LPN contributes to enhancing patients' quality of life by providing compassionate, professional, and personalized nursing care in the community setting.

As a Home Health LVN, you will :

Under the direction of the RN, assist in identifying the patient’s physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, team report, and evaluations.

Participate in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.

Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating / performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.

Assure the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient care.

Provide effective communication to patient / family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.

Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.

Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

Requirements

Current LVN License

Valid Driver’s License

Valid Auto Insurance

CPR Certification

HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Benefits and Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with matching

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday