Licensed Vocational Nurse LPN/LVN Oak Run Clinic New Braunfels Texas
Company: Optum
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of
businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest
level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your
passion for helping people achieve better health. With
opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing
roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the
meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Under the direction of providers (defined as an MD, DO, DPM, NP or
PA) or RNs, reporting to the Clinical Advisor, the LVN / LPN
provides clinical support functions and professional nursing care
to patients using established standards of clinical nursing care
and procedures approved by WellMed and applicable state board of
nursing. Is an active member of the health care team to assess
patients' needs, provide input into the plan of care and implement
prescribed interventions.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform all nursing duties within the scope of a Licensed
Vocational / Practical Nurse (procedures, injections, medication
administration, EKGs, phlebotomy) as determined by the applicable
State Board of Nursing
- Participate in implementing established education plans for
patients and their families with common health problems and
well-defined health learning needs
- Coordinate patient care as directed by providers, RNs, and
policies, including referrals, transition visits, medications,
procedures and follow up
- Document chief complaint and rooms patients according to policy
and procedures, prepares patient for examination
- Telephonically obtain information on chief complaint and
symptoms and accurately relays information to provider
- Collect data and performs "focused" nursing assessment of
patients; assist in the evaluation of a patient's response to
treatment and identify patient's needs; communicate findings to the
provider
- Record patient assessment and care in the medical record in an
accurate and timely manner
- Review the patient record, chart, reports (including laboratory
and x-ray), and other pertinent information for patients prior to
being seen by the provider and reports relevant information to the
provider and / or RN
- Provide a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and
staff in the clinic
- Ensure patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times and treat
patients with courtesy and respect
- Organize exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and
sterilizes instruments
- Practice standard infection control precautions
- Ensure medication management follows policies and procedures;
appropriately documents medications & immunizations in patient
records
- Follow laboratory management polices & procedures and CLIA
standards; collects lab samples and ensures proper labeling
- Fulfill medication refill requests following approved
protocols
- If certified in IV therapy; start peripheral lines, monitor and
adjust flow rates, prime IV lines, change dressing on IV sites (if
needed) and discontinue venous lines This is a clinic position near
Loop 337/HW46 close to the HEB
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 GED
- Current and unrestricted State Vocational / Practical Nursing
license
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to obtain IV certification if required by clinic
- Experience reacting calmly and effectively in emergency
situations
- Experience performing medical procedures, giving injections and
perform phlebotomy
- Experience establishing and maintaining effective working
relationship with providers / staff, patients, and the
community
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office
procedures
- Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic
medical records
- This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof
of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diptheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease Preferred Qualifications:
- IV certification
- 2+ years of experience in a medical setting
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
- Proven effective listening and communication skills; proper use
of grammar and spelling
- Proven good communication and customer service skills 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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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