Licensed Vocational Nurse

Tuolumne Me Wuk Indian Health Center Inc.•Tuolumne City, CA

3d•$34 - $51

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse performs nursing procedures within the scope of practice for Licensed Vocational Nurses in California and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and the employee’s experience. The role follows HIPAA requirements for confidentiality and supports patient care and clinic operations. The position is based at Primary Care - Behavioral Health in Tuolumne, California, and reports to the Tribal Health Nurse. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse license.
Current BLS certification.
Valid California Driver's License.
Five years of experience as an LVN in a clinic or office setting.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Experience with and ability to operate Microsoft Office software.
Skills in using computers and other office equipment, composing correspondence, managing filing systems, gathering and summarizing information, and planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing complex, ongoing referral assignments.
Ability to enter narratives and data correctly in RPMS and the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner and take individual initiative.
Willingness and ability to accept supervision and follow directions.
Cultural sensitivity and ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse tribal communities.
Successful completion of a pre-employment TB test, background check, and drug screening is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the RPMS computer system is preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as a resource to Medi-Cal Assistants.
Help maintain patient flow.
Assist the Clinic Manager in maintaining adequate inventory.
Document nursing assessments, interventions, and provider orders accurately, completely, and promptly on required facility documents and in accordance with Medi-Cal legal guidelines.
Facilitate patient referrals as instructed by a provider.
Help patients access pharmaceutical company assistance programs for medication when needed.
Screen and prioritize provider phone messages.
Intervene with a provider when appropriate.
Perform phlebotomy and handle specimens appropriately for laboratory analysis.
Triage walk-in patients and emergency phone calls.
Use the Clinic Manager and providers when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow HIPAA rules and regulations regarding confidentiality.