Case Manager-LVN-ECM - Family Health Center

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is a large Federally Qualified Health Center serving diverse populations including those in fields, inner cities, rural and isolated areas, and individuals of low, moderate, and fixed incomes. The organization is committed to providing care and support regardless of immigration status. They are seeking individuals who prioritize the patient and are looking for a Case Manager-LVN-ECM to join their team. This role involves co-managing and collaborating on patient cases with Care Coordinators and Outreach Workers to ensure high-quality care, patient understanding of their responsibilities, and proper order completion in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
Current California Vocational Nurse license required.
Current Basic Life Support card required.
Must adhere to Clinica Sierra Vista’s employee health/immunization requirements or provide a valid exemption request for subsequent approval.

Nice To Haves

Current I.V. certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care functions as prescribed by provider following established protocols, policies, and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
Assess and monitor patients’ conditions and notify provider for disposition.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider order or standing orders, following established protocols.
If, State certified, initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by provider, following established protocols.
Maintain equipment and supplies.
Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.
Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control.
Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other personnel as needed.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and policies.
Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols.
Maintain patient confidentiality. Documentation must be dated, legible and with the appropriate signature to all entries (first initial, last name and title). All pre-printed prompts are to be answered.
On a temporary basis, may be required to work at any satellite facility.
Demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients ranging from 0-100+ years of age.
Facilitate the practice of the assigned providers.
Perform routine clerical functions as assigned (making appointments, telephone calls, etc.)
Other duties as required.