LPN Hospice Full-time 2358719 | Fort Smith, Arkansas | LHC Group

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Hospice

As the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Hospice is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient's home.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs skilled nursing services under the supervision of a staff RN daily
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations
• Assists the physician and/or staff RN in performing specialized procedures as needed
• Assists the patient with daily activities and encourages appropriate self-care daily
• Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel regarding pertinent changes in the patient's condition as needed
• Performs complex wound care if in-service is documented for specific procedure daily or as needed

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:

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Hospice experience

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 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 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.