Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, Case Management

The Copper River Family of Companies • Jacksonville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, Case Management to perform professional nursing services in support of patient care operations at the Military Treatment Facility (MTF) in Camp Lejeune, NC. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse shall perform duties consistent with the standards of professional nursing practice, applicable federal and state regulations, and the policies and procedures of the MTF.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Education: Graduation from a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN training program or completion of equivalent military training that permits sitting for the State licensure examination.
• Licensure: Current, full, active and unrestricted license as a practical or vocational nurse.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Experience: One year of experience within the last two years as a practical or vocational nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurse Case Managers in facilitating and coordinating patient resources as appropriate.
• Coordinate case management functions and ensure team members receive information in a timely and efficient manner to facilitate continuity of patient care.
• Screen patient records for potential Case Management needs.
• Ensure accurate collection and input of patient care data.
• Facilitate appointment coordination for patients assigned to Case Management services when required and provide pre-appointment instructions to patients.
• Initiate, perform and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
• Complete assigned patient care based on the patients’ conditions, use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments, and accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information.
• Observe, identify and respond to the patient’s needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures.
• Recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
• Perform support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient’s condition before, during, and following the procedure.
• Orient peers and ancillary personnel to unit policies and procedures, skills, and standards of practice.
• Integrate healthy work environment principles that result in improved patient healthcare delivery, education of patients and their families and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed