**This position is based in Hialeah, FL and requires daily travel within a assigned territory in Miami Dade County. Schedule: Evening Shift/Flex Schedule
Make a difference every day as an Amedisys licensed practical nurse
Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
$25-28/hour *depending on experience
Opportunities for professional growth
A supportive, team-oriented environment
Responsibilities:
Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
Collaborate with physician and RN frequently to ensure patient needs are being met; Notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
Check vital signs.
Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (i.e. foley catheter change).
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
Complete documentation timely and accurately.
Qualifications:
Bilingual in English/Spanish REQUIRED
One year of clinical LPN experience REQUIRED
Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work
Current CPR certification
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance
Preferred:
Hospice or home health experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Comfortable with daily travel between facilities and patients homes
Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and connect directly with a local recruiter to learn more about joining our compassionate team—and be part of something truly meaningful.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.