Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN/LPN Home Health Per Diem San Antonio Texas
Company: Optum
Location: Floresville
Posted on: June 3, 2025
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Job Description:
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to join our team in Texas.
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
Performs all other related nursing duties as assigned
Communication
Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when
necessary
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and
reports any changes in the patient's 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
worked 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
Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's 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
Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's needs
Promotes the agency image by adhering to the Dress Code
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary
of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of
this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related
tasks other than those stated in this description.
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 practical
nurse or licensed vocational nurse
Current CPR- BLS certification OR ability to obtain prior to start
of employment
2+ years of clinical experience preferably in a community home
health or medical/surgical setting
Thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional
standards of care, and state and federal regulations regarding home
care
Proven ability to comply with accepted professional standards and
practices
Proven ability to endure prolonged or considerable walking or
standing; lift position or transfer patients i 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
Valid Texas driver's license and maintain personal auto insurance
coverage in accordance with organization requirements
This position requires 6 - 8 week in office training
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with electronic medical record application -
Proven ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with
multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated excellent observation, verbal and written
communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and
nursing skills per competency checklist
Proven evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering
nursing care
Proven basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and
Other email systems
Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Physical & Mental Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (must be able to lift and transfer
patients from one location to the other, if necessary)
Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of
force
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to stand for extended periods 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):
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters when performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
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 a 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 times.
The hourly range for this role is $19.86 to $38.85 per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth
Group offers 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
UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far- reaching choice of benefits
and incentives.
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.
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