Clinic LVN/LPN - USMD Mid-Cities

Optum • Bedford, TX

396d

About The Position

The Clinic LVN/LPN position at WellMed, part of the Optum family, involves providing clinical support and professional nursing care to patients under the direction of healthcare providers. The role emphasizes collaboration within a diverse team to enhance patient care and health outcomes, while adhering to established nursing standards and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current and unrestricted State Vocational/Practical Nursing license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
• Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to perform medical procedures, give injections, and perform phlebotomy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers, staff, patients, and the community.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform all nursing duties within the scope of a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, including procedures, injections, medication administration, EKGs, and phlebotomy.
• Participate in implementing established education plans for patients and their families.
• Coordinate patient care as directed by providers and RNs, including referrals and follow-up.
• Document chief complaints and room patients according to policy and procedures.
• Telephonically obtain information on chief complaints and accurately relay to the provider.
• Collect data and perform focused nursing assessments of patients; communicate findings to the provider.
• Record patient assessments and care in the medical record accurately and timely.
• Review patient records and report relevant information to the provider and/or RN.
• Provide a safe environment for patients and staff in the clinic.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and treat patients with respect.
• Organize exam and treatment rooms, stock and clean rooms, and sterilize instruments.
• Practice standard infection control precautions.
• Ensure medication management follows policies and procedures; document medications and immunizations in patient records.
• Collect lab samples and ensure proper labeling according to laboratory management policies.
• Fulfill medication refill requests following approved protocols.
• If certified in IV therapy, manage peripheral lines and related tasks.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $1,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees