We are looking for LPNs interested in office positions. The Office Nurse is responsible to assists, under the direction of the physician, in the provision of direct patient care in accordance with Company policies and procedures and established standards of nursing practice. This role reflects subject matter expertise in two key areas: clinic nursing and care management.
Responsibilities: Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate commitment to superior customer service, including quality and care and concern with each and every internal and external customer Represents the Company in a professional manner, following all Company policies and procedures Uses, protects, and discloses patients protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards Timely, efficient, and accurate triage response and documentation according to Nursing Standards & Company protocol Ability to obtain CPR certification within 90 days of employment (Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) LPNs: Ability to obtain IV Certification within 90 days of employment Under direction and supervision of a physician, administer prescribed medications and immunizations, administers, monitors and manages intravenous infusions Provides clinical treatment and other patient services within the ambulatory care setting Ability to take vital signs, perform approved clinical tasks including but not limited to: Evaluating patient needs, performing triage related to presenting clinical needs, administering prescribed medications, assisting physician with examinations and treatments, preparing and applying dressings and performing wound care; instructing patient in health measures and self-care, changing Foley catheters, and flushing ports Maintains accurate, legible clinical documentation within the medical records assuring compliance within all guidelines. Maintain all documentation required by the clinic (i.e., triage logs, OSHA required logs, telephone messages, etc.). Participates in health promotion activities Assists the PCP in the monitoring and planning of care for members of the Complex Care Program, High Risk Program and/or Disease Management Programs Maintains an active nursing appointment schedule for assisting the PCP in the monitoring of members healthcare needs which may include but are not limited to B/P checks, wound care needs, nebulizer treatments, and health care education Monitors inpatient, outpatient, and SNF patients and initiate patient care arrangements Reports findings to PCP, Medical Director and Administrator Reinforces patient education regarding preventive care, dietary restrictions, medications and other therapeutic regimes. Coordinate home health and DME requests and provide recommendations to PCP Provides oversight in patient care evaluation, coordinate the collaboration of the Primary Care Provider and Consultants, and make suggestions to improve plans to meet patient needs Assists with the monitoring of utilization management and make recommendations regarding effectiveness of health care resources, trending and intervention Assists in the assessment of clinic operations and make recommendations as necessary.
Required Qualifications: High school graduate, GED or equivalent Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing Possess a current and valid LPN LPNs: IV Certification Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment Healthcare industry experience within managed care and/or medical group operations environment.
If interested please forward a resume.
Employment Type: Full-Time