UT Health ET Home Health Field LVN/LPN

Position Summary

The Home Health Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for providing one-on-one skilled nursing care and treatment to patients in their home. The LVN will provide comprehensive and patient specific care to promote their health and independence.

• 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.

• Current LVN License
• Valid Driver’s License
• Valid Auto Insurance
• CPR Certification

• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k with matching
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Mileage Reimbursement