LPN Visit Nurse- Appleton
Company: Optum
Location: Appleton
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Explore opportunities with Almost Family, a part of LHC Group, a
leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and
families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses,
we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our
team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their
families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for
your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring.
Connecting. Growing together. As the Home and Community Based
Services Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be providing direct
nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or
chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording
clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care
activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care
in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You
will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse
and/or designated supervisor. Primary Responsibilities: - Provides
high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as
defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in
accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other
members of the health care team, following all applicable infection
control procedures - Documents patient visits thoroughly and
completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic
medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification
program (as applicable) - Actively participates in the agency's
care coordination process including timely reporting patients'
needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference,
communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other
clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator,
community case managers (as applicable) 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 Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of
practice - Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access
to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation - Ability to
function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed,
color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
Preferred Qualifications: - Home care experience - Ability to work
flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs -
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously - Able to work
independently - Good communication, writing, and organizational
skills 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). No matter where or when you
begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of
benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range
from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We
comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. LHCJobs 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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