License Vocational Nurse (MFM) Full Time Position ! Fort Worth TX

Pediatrix•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The LVN provides direct patient care and works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to patients in an office based setting.

Requirements

LVN state license required.
2+ year’s experience in pediatric nursing in office environment preferred. (OBGYN Experience strongly preferred)
Healthcare
Must maintain CPR certification.
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Compassion for the patients and their families.
Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well as part of a healthcare team.
This position will have 10-15% travel requirements as needed.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Possess and maintain a State Licensed Practical Nursing license.
Accurately calculate medication dosages.
Assists the physicians and nurse practitioners as needed.
Provides telephone triage and properly documents all patient, physician and other contacts.
Participates in revenue cycle by ensuring authorizations and referrals are in place and notifying the Billing Associate of needs for further authorizations.
Documents correct CPT and ICD-10 codes for services provided.
Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms. Keep rooms comfortable for patients, physicians and nurse practitioners.
Monitors medical supply inventory.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Communicates effectively and courteously with and demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and their families.
Treats all patients and their families with dignity and respect.
Uses standards of patient satisfaction as a measure of effectiveness.
Follows universal precautions and OSHA standards.
Performs other assigned duties as directed.