LPN/LVN Home Health McAllen Texas

UnitedHealth Group•McAllen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
Current unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse
Active BLS/CPR certification
2+ years of clinical experience preferable in a community home health or medical/surgical setting
Basic computer skills to include: Word, Excel, Outlook and EMRs systems
Ability to participate in on-call duties to include overnight and weekends.
Demonstrated ability to lift and transfer patients
Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and / or patient sites within a designated area
Valid Texas Driver's License and maintain auto insurance coverage in accordance with organizational requirements
This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

Nice To Haves

IV Certification
Wound Care
Bilingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act and agency’s policies
Implements plan of care initiated by the Registered Nurse
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
Participates in the coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor
Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
Participates in personal and professional growth and development
Adheres to the Agency’s Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of the documentation
Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary
Communicates with the physician regarding the patients’ needs and reports any changes in the patients’ condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required
Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients by the end of the work day
Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned
Demonstrates knowledge and observance of Patient Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels, as per Agency standards
Requires the availability of accepting patients during business hours (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Requires updating the time card daily, as per UHG Policy
Requires contacting patients the night before the scheduled visit to provide an arrival time within a two (2) hour window
Requires obtaining pre-approval from direct supervisor for overtime
Requires the ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients’ needs
Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff, and agency information
Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary
Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and cooperative manner
Promotes the agency’s image by adhering to the agency’s dress code
Performs all other related duties as assigned