UnitedHealth Group·Corpus Christi, Texas
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following the plan of care and collaborating with the healthcare team. Responsibilities include patient assessments, education, documentation, and coordination of home health services.
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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 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 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 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.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program with a current Texas LVN license and CPR certification. A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a home health or medical/surgical setting is preferred.
Market context
In Texas, nursing roles like this often draw steady demand in dialysis and other patient-care settings because employers need licensed LVN/LPN candidates who can start safely and learn specialized workflows. These positions can be competitive when they require a current license, preferred dialysis experience, and completion of a training program soon after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm you meet the license, color-recognition, and training expectations before applying.