3 Days a Week Licensed Practical Nurse

Valor Healthcare, Inc.•Kosciusko, MS

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Valor Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care to patients receiving care at its Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Kosciusko, Mississippi. The nurse works under the direction of a physician or mid-level provider and collaborates with the core PACT Team—including the Primary Care Provider, RN, and Medical Assistant—and the expanded PACT Team, including family members, caregivers, VA representatives, and community-based services, to develop patient care plans. The position is scheduled three days per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The role includes patient assessments, preventive health services, medication administration, diagnostic testing, specimen collection, wound care, patient education, electronic medical record documentation, and assistance with clinic operations. The nurse is also responsible for meeting compliance requirements, supporting clinical outcomes aligned with VA guidelines, providing excellent customer service, and participating in clinic outreach and patient enrollment and retention efforts.

Requirements

Diploma or certificate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program approved by the state.
At least one year of LPN/LVN experience in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare experience is preferred. Requirements may vary by VA contract.
Credentialed and in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration.
Valid, unrestricted nursing license in the state of employment or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
Current Basic Life Support certification, renewed as required by the certifying agency.
Current ACLS certification as required by the individual VAMC contract.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Strong computer skills, including experience with electronic medical records.
Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
Must meet applicable requirements for a safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Government healthcare environment experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care, physical examinations, and ancillary tests.
Perform annual and routine nursing assessments and VA- and clinic-authorized preventive health services, collecting and recording relevant patient information in the electronic medical record.
Administer medications as ordered or appropriate, document administration, apply compresses, and observe and report adverse reactions to the clinic physician.
Operate EKG and other diagnostic equipment to perform routine tests and treatments, including glucometers, pulse oximeters, nebulizers, oxygen equipment, spirometry, and eye exams.
Dress wounds and incisions, explain physician instructions to patients, assist with emergencies, and perform related tasks as directed.
Collect patient laboratory specimens, including urine, blood, and sputum, and perform waived laboratory tests when applicable.
Clean treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies using approved wipes or solutions.
Submit laboratory and radiology results to providers and arrange for private-practice results to be scanned into patient records after provider review.
Enter patient information into VISTA/CPRS and complete clinical reminders due at each visit.
Assist with front-desk check-in, check-out, and phone coverage as needed.
Assist with co-managed care coordination involving non-VA providers and facilities.
Educate patients and families about self-management, prevention, wellness, health issues, healthy lifestyle choices, and available community resources.
Maintain the confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
Complete VA and company training requirements.
Fulfill compliance requirements relating to the Office of Inspector General, Joint Commission, Environment of Care oversight, laboratory compliance, and other related areas.
Work toward excellent clinical outcomes in accordance with specified VA guidelines.
Provide excellent customer service to veterans, colleagues, and clinic visitors in person and over the phone.
Maintain a welcoming and professional atmosphere and work with clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.
Participate in clinic outreach events supporting enrollment initiatives.
Support patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits, and nurse visits.