Triage LPN Remote in Indiana ONLY

UnitedHealth Group•New Albany, IN

4h•$20 - $36•Remote

About The Position

Explore opportunities with American Health Network (AHN), part of the Optum family of businesses. Here, you’ll be part of a team that offers quality, affordable care that’s backed by a global organization, committed to improving the lives of those we serve. We operate in over 70 medical offices in Indiana and Ohio with 1,200 employees. Our markets are continuing to grow and we’re looking for talented individuals who share our passion for quality care to join our team in provider or office positions. As a health-focused organization, we will empower you with resources that support your work-life flexibility as well as your physical, emotional and financial well-being. This is an opportunity to join a team that helps people feel their best and a chance to discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in the care of patients.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one year of related experience and/or training
Graduation from an accredited LPN program and a current unencumbered state license is required (or must have applied for transfer of license from another state)
BLS certification
PALS certification
ACLS certification
Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients
Knowledge of patient education principles
Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate delegation
Knowledge of general insurance procedures
Knowledge of specific immunization guidelines for all ages
Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail systems, and web-based programs
Proven skill in using various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures
Proven skill in taking vital signs
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Demonstrated ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate with a variety of people, both on a one-on-one basis and in meetings and group presentations; must be able to relate to and work with ill, emotionally upset, and sometimes hostile people
Demonstrated ability to anticipate and react calmly to emergency situations
Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Demonstrated ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Demonstrated ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Demonstrated ability to follow direction
Demonstrated ability to think logically in order to troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make appropriate decisions
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree

Responsibilities

Interviews patients regarding medical concerns
Records vital signs and other health-related issues on patients’ charts
Obtains patient medical histories
Reviews physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed
Communicates test results to patients as directed
Calls in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed
Assists in patient education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts
Assists with Department of Transportation, FMLA, and Medical Disability application forms
Triage patient telephone calls
Inputs data into the computer to maintain patient records
Routes necessary paperwork associated with patient referrals
Contacts other medical practices as needed to make referrals
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials
Pre-certifies exams and collects pre-certifications from managed care
Faxes reports
Performs daily refrigerator temperature checks and maintains accurate logs
Attends meetings and participates on committees as requested
Reviews current literature and attends training sessions and seminars to keep informed of new developments in the field
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as directed