Home Health Nurse, LVN Fort Worth, TX
Company: Optum
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
$2,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates -
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Home
Health Nurse, LVN to join our team in Fort Worth, TX. Optum is a
clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians
work and live.
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As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral
part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
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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
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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
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Communication:
Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when
necessary
Communicates with the physician regarding the patients' needs and
reports any changes in the patients' 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 work day
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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
Requires the availability of accepting patients during business
hours (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Requires updating the time card daily, as per UHG Policy
Requires contacting patients the night before the scheduled visit
to provide an arrival time within a two (2) hour window
Requires obtaining pre-approval from direct supervisor for
overtime
Requires the ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients'
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
Promotes the agency's image by adhering to the agency's dress
code
Performs all other related duties as assigned
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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.
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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 Licensed
Vocational Nurse (for Texas employees)
Have and maintain current CPR certification
2+ years clinical experience preferable in a community home health
or medical/surgical setting
Demonstrated thorough knowledge of current nursing practice,
professional standards of care and state and federal regulations
regarding home care
Valid Texas (for Texas employees) Driver's License and maintain
personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization
requirements
This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of
immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease -
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Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrates excellent observation, verbal and written
communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and
nursing skills per competency checklist
Evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care
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Must be able to endure prolonged or considerable walking or
standing; lift position or transfer patients in a 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
Complies with accepted professional standards and practices
Basic computer skills to include: -Microsoft Word, Outlook, and
other e-mail systems
Must be able to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
Experience working with electronic medical record application -
Ability to interact productively with individuals and with
multidisciplinary teams
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Physical and Mental Requirements: -
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds (must be able to lift and
transfer patients from one location to another, if necessary
Ability to push/pull heavy objects using up to fifty (50) pounds of
force. -Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to stand for extended period 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
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Work Environment (Patient's Home):
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 and 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 time
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.
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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
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OptumCare -is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to
pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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