LVN WellMed El Paso Lee Trevino Clinic $2,500 Sign on Bonus
Job description
Do you have compassion and a passion to help others? Transforming healthcare and millions of lives as a result starts with the values you embrace and the passion you bring to achieve your life’s best work.(sm)
$2,500 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates
Acute Walk-In Clinic
Open 7 days/week
Full Benefits
401k
PTO
Holiday Pay
Education Reimbursement
Holiday Pay
Bonus Potential
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
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
If required by clinic, IV certification must be obtained
Experience reacting calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Expereince performing medical procedures, giving injections and perform phlebotomy
Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with providers / staff, patients, and the community
Bilingual English/Spanish
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
Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance
Preferred Qualifications:
IV certification
2+ years of experience in a medical setting
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
Effective listening and communication skills; proper use of grammar and spelling
Good communication and customer service skills
To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies now require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles require full COVID-19 vaccination as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.
Careers with WellMed. Our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors., WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for 550,000+ older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices in Texas and Florida through primary and multi-specialty clinics, and contracted medical management services. We've joined Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies, and our mission is to help the sick become well and to help patients understand and control their health in a lifelong effort at wellness. Our providers and staff are selected for their dedication and focus on preventative, proactive care. For you, that means one incredible team and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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